ELFA Names Deborah Baker of HP Inc. as 2026 Board Chair — Confirms New Slate of Officers and Directors

Group 1: Leadership Changes - Deborah Baker has been appointed as the new Chair of the Equipment Leasing & Finance Association (ELFA) [2][4] - Nathan Gibbons has been elected as Chair-Elect of ELFA [2] - The new Board of Directors and Officers will serve for the next 12 months following the conclusion of the 64th Annual Convention [1] Group 2: Board Composition - The newly elected Vice Chairs include Kirk Phillips as First Vice Chair and Neal Garnett as Second Vice Chair [8] - Jeffry Elliott will serve as Treasurer, and Daryl Muller will serve as Secretary [8] - James Cress is the Immediate Past Chair of the Board [9] Group 3: Industry Context - ELFA represents over 600 member companies in the $1.3 trillion U.S. equipment finance sector [9] - The association's members provide essential financing that drives business growth, creates jobs, and supports economic expansion [9] Group 4: Leadership Vision - Baker expressed her commitment to focusing on research, education, and workforce development within the industry [4] - Baker aims to engage more qualified talent in the equipment leasing and finance sector [4] - ELFA President and CEO Leigh Lytle highlighted Baker's industry expertise as a significant asset for the association [4][6]