The Certified Lease & Finance Professional (CLFP) Foundation is proud to announce that Todd Buzard, CLFP, CPA of First American Equipment Finance was awarded the annual Cindy Spurdle Award of Excellence.  The award was created to acknowledge the CLFP who has contributed the most to the industry and best represents the CLFP ideals for the year.

Reid Raykovich, CLFP, Executive Director for the CLFP Foundation stated, “Todd has selflessly devoted time to the Foundation’s efforts to educate not only those within his company, but to attendees at our Academies for Lease & Finance Professionals. He is a favorite amongst attendees for his calm demeanor, and his knowledge.”

Alan Sikora, CLFP, CEO of First American Equipment Finance added, “The CLFP is the preeminent credential in the equipment leasing industry.  Todd’s commitment to helping his First American colleagues and other industry professionals achieve this designation is admirable. His efforts augment his students’ professional development while furthering the progression of the equipment finance industry.”

The CLFP designation identifies you as a knowledgeable professional to employers, clients, customer, and peers in the leasing industry. There are currently 370 Certified Lease & Finance Professionals throughout the world. For more information, call (206) 535-6281 or visit www.CLFPfoundation.org