36th Street Capital, a prominent provider of equipment financing solutions, announced the appointment of Eric A. McGriff as its new Chief Risk Officer (CRO). McGriff takes the reins from Gerry Kammerer, the longstanding CRO of 36th Street Capital, who will transition into an advisory capacity.

With a wealth of experience in the equipment finance industry, McGriff is highly esteemed as a credit and risk management professional. Prior to joining 36th Street Capital, he held the position of Senior Vice President and Chief Risk Officer at Wintrust Specialty Finance. His career includes a notable tenure as Senior Vice President and Divisional Chief Credit Officer at TIAA Bank, along with roles at its predecessor firms EverBank Commercial Finance, Tygris Vendor Finance, and US Express Leasing. Additionally, McGriff has contributed significantly in key leadership capacities at Key Equipment Finance, CIT Vendor Technology Finance, and AT&T Capital.

Kiran Kapur, CEO of 36th Street Capital, commented on the appointment, "Eric is not only a distinguished industry professional but also a thought leader in risk management. His reputation for integrity and trustworthiness is paramount for this critical role. Eric's capacity to navigate risk landscapes and provide strategic insights will unquestionably reinforce our commitment to delivering exceptional value to our clients, partners, and stakeholders, while building upon the solid foundation laid by Gerry Kammerer."

36th Street Capital is a provider of equipment financing solutions, serving diverse industries nationwide. 36th Street Capital Partners is a joint venture affiliate of BlackRock TCP Capital Corp.