Arvest Equipment Finance, a division of Arvest Bank, announced it has hired Roger Beil and Patrick Lewis.
Beil has worked in the commercial equipment finance industry for more than 20 years, most recently as Sales Manager for Wells Fargo Equipment Finance’s construction division. He also has worked for Marlin Capital Solutions, Hitachi Capital America Corp. and Trans Lease Inc., among others.
In his new role at Arvest Equipment Finance, Beil will serve as a Regional Account Manager and be responsible for developing new vendor and dealer relationships, among other duties. Beil earned a bachelor’s degree in accounting from the University of North Texas.
“We couldn’t be more excited to add Roger to our team,” said John Bradford, Arvest Equipment Finance Director of Sales. “His extensive experience and expertise will provide significant benefits to us and, more importantly, our customers.”
Lewis has more than 15 years of experience in the financial services industry, most recently serving as a Commercial Loan Officer. In his new role, Lewis is responsible for generating, evaluating, approving, processing, closing and servicing on commercial equipment lending/leasing agreements.
Lewis earned a bachelor’s degree in commerce and business administration from the University of Alabama.
“Patrick has been a valuable asset for the bank and has a tremendous track record of success,” Bradford said. “His passion for serving customers is evident and we are glad to welcome him to our team.”
Additionally, Arvest Equipment Finance is hosting an open house-style event at its new headquarters in Fort Smith, AR’s Chaffee Crossing Historic District from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on July 14. The newly remodeled space is about 9,000 square feet and is part of a three-acre parcel that provides room for anticipated growth.
“We have said for a while now that we are ready to put down roots that will allow us to grow in ways that benefit our customers, our community and our associates,” Arvest Equipment Finance President Eric Bunnell said. “That time is here and we’re excited about the additions of Roger and Patrick and thrilled to be able to show off our new headquarters.”