Nations Equipment Finance has named Robert Harris as Vice President – Business Development. In this role, Harris will be responsible for growing Nations’ lease and loan origination activities in the Southeast portion of the United States. Harris has over a decade of experience originating and structuring transactions in the equipment finance market.

“Working for a true lender like Nations provides me with a direct lending platform and an efficient transaction process that will allow me to deliver considerably more value to my clients. I am pleased to join the Nations’ team and appreciate the opportunity to work with such a talented group,” Harris said.

Ed Stolarski, Executive Vice President said “Rob’s proven experience and equipment financing knowledge has already made him a key addition to Nations. We view hiring Rob as part of our commitment to being one of the leading lenders in our industry. Nations is known for providing creative financing solutions for its clients and we are confident that Rob will use those solutions to meet the needs of his clients.”

Harris will work out of the firm's Ladera Ranch, CA office.