Brian Griffin has joined Republic Bank of Chicago as the SVP/Head of Leasing. He is a skilled leader with extensive experience in the financial services sector. In his new role, Brian will continue his career-long work in the industry as a major funding source for independent equipment leasing companies throughout the United States. “I look forward to getting back to my roots, bringing my years of experience in commercial banking and leasing to help enhance the bank,” Brian said. Founded in 1964, Republic Bank of Chicago is locally owned with $2 billion in assets.