Ivory Consulting Corporation announced the election of Martin Klotzman, Director of Marketing and Operations, to the Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation's Board of Trustees. This appointment marks a significant milestone for the Foundation as Klotzman becomes the youngest person to be elected trustee in the Foundation’s 35-year history.

Klotzman brings to the Board of Trustees valuable insights gained as a member of the ELFA’s Innovation Advisory Council and, previously, as a founding member and former Chair of the Equipment Leasing and Finance Association's Emerging Talent Advisory Council. He also served on the ELFA’s BCSC Service Providers Council, Equity Committee, and Membership Committee. These roles, collectively, showcase his deep commitment to the industry.

"I am honored to join the Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation’s Board of Trustees," said Klotzman. "As an advocate for emerging talent and innovation, I am excited about the prospect of helping guide our industry through the transformative AI-driven era. I am eager to contribute to the Foundation's mission and support the advancement of the equipment finance industry."

The Foundation's Executive Director, Kelli Nienaber, welcomed Klotzman. "Martin’s appointment to the Board of Trustees is a testament to his remarkable dedication and passion for our industry,” said Nienaber. “His proven leadership and commitment to innovation is an ideal fit for guiding the Foundation into its next chapter. We are thrilled to have him and look forward to the fresh perspectives he will bring.”

Klotzman's appointment comes at a time when the Foundation is poised to tackle the challenges of a rapidly advancing industry. The Board of Trustees, with its collective expertise and foresight, remains committed to the Foundation's mission to foster education, research, and innovation that equip the equipment finance sector for the future.