Navitas Credit Corp., an industry leader in equipment financing and a wholly owned subsidiary of United Community, announced the appointment of Rob Hill as Senior Vice President of Finance, succeeding the retirement of John Paris.

"John has been an invaluable force, instrumental in propelling the company's growth and prosperity," said Mike Bruman, CEO of Navitas Credit. "His departure marks the end of an era, but we are confident in a seamless transition as we navigate forward, emboldened by his legacy and under the adept leadership of Rob, whose expertise, leadership capabilities and demonstrated success align seamlessly with our objectives, positioning him to drive exceptional outcomes at Navitas. His background will enhance our commitment to delivering unparalleled customer experiences within the industry."

Since joining Navitas in 2011, Paris has played a pivotal role in solidifying the company's position as a leader in the equipment financing landscape, implementing strategic financial initiatives that bolstered growth and success. Reflecting on his tenure, Paris said, "It has been a privilege to witness the remarkable evolution and rise to prominence at Navitas. The timing is opportune for me to entrust the financial reins to an accomplished leader like Rob."

Before his tenure at Navitas, Paris served as the CFO of Spirit of America National Bank, a division of Charming Shoppes, Inc. His prior experience in the equipment finance industry includes roles at Advanta Business Services, initially as VP of finance and later as CFO. He holds a Master of Business Administration in Finance and a bachelor’s degree in accounting from Temple University. Additionally, he is a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) and a Certified Treasury Professional (CTP).

Hill, assuming the role of SVP of finance, brings a wealth of expertise in financial reporting, budgeting, compliance, risk management and strategic planning. "I am honored to inherit the exceptional legacy left by John," Hill said. "My focus is on maintaining robust financial oversight and cultivating innovation to meet our customers' evolving needs. With an unwavering commitment to excellence, we aim to chart new avenues of growth and uphold our status as the industry leader."