SLR Equipment Finance, formerly known as Nations Equipment Finance, announced Scott Caponegro has joined the company as a Senior Vice President of Business Development. In this role, Caponegro will help grow SLR Equipment Finance’s leasing and lending activities in the capital markets.

Caponegro most recently was with Sterling National Bank in Summit, NJ. He brings more than 20 years of experience in equipment leasing and structure lending.

“I look forward to bringing my experience in negotiating with direct customers and syndication desks to the capital markets region of SLR Equipment Finance,” Caponegro said. “SLR has established itself as a leader in providing unique and creative financing solutions to its partner clients. I look forward to growing SLR’s presence by growing their capital markets program.”

Randy Hicks, Chief Commercial Officer and Chief Operations Officer, said, “We welcome Scott to SLR Equipment Finance. He has a terrific track record of working with companies to provide the necessary capital so clients can achieve their business goals and objectives.  Scott will enhance our ability to build lasting relationships with capital markets across the United States.”