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The Best Companies in Specialty Finance

We asked our readers to nominate the best companies in specialty finance, and we received many remarkable nominations! In this issue, we honor — and take notes from — the best companies in the industry when it comes to DE&I, Industry Advocacy, Innovation, Leadership, and Professional Development.

Huntington Business Credit

Huntington Business Credit, the asset-based lending division of Huntington National Bank, takes a proactive approach to professional development for its team members, a philosophy that permeates the entire bank. To Doug Winget, president of Huntington Business Credit, being committed to the career progression of employees is how the bank fuels and maintains a strong culture.

Gibraltar Business Capital

For Gibraltar Business Capital, developing the next generation of asset-based lending professionals is critical to moving the industry toward new ways of thinking. The Chicago-based specialty finance company openly promotes its culture, employee accomplishments and employee brand to attract young talent.

CohnReznick

CohnReznick is a people-first organization that prioritizes creating opportunities for professional development. The company’s structured approach spans from high school introductions to career opportunities through to programs that can elevate individuals to the firm’s partnership or leadership roles across various departments including finance, marketing, operations, IT, and people and culture.

Editor’s Letter

Although I’ve been on the ABF Journal Team Since 2012, I am Thrilled to be Managing The Publication For The First Time! As I embark on a journey to immerse myself in the specialty finance industry this year and make this publication the best it can be, I would love to hear your feedback.