Tustin, CA, September 17, 2025 – Wingspire Equipment Finance today announced the appointment of Michael Brigante as Senior Vice President of Capital Markets. In this role, Brigante will help drive the company's Capital Markets Buy-side strategy and its ability to deliver reliable, large-ticket financing to middle market and sponsor-backed companies.
Brigante brings over four decades of experience in the equipment finance sector, specializing in capital markets, syndications, and the execution of large-ticket transactions. He has held senior leadership roles directing buy- and sell-side activities, portfolio sales, and the structuring of complex lease and loan transactions.
In his new role at Wingspire Equipment Finance, Brigante will be responsible for leading the company’s Capital Markets initiatives, with a focus on syndication strategy, institutional relationship development, and expanding portfolio exposure solutions that support the company’s lending partnerships.
“We are excited to welcome Michael to our Buy-side team,” said Tom Murray, Managing Director of Capital Markets at Wingspire Equipment Finance. “His decades of experience, knowledge, and proven ability to execute large-ticket transactions will be invaluable as we continue to grow our Capital Markets platform and deliver reliable execution for our lending partners.”
Brigante’s hiring underscores Wingspire Equipment Finance's commitment to attracting top talent and reinforcing its position as a leader in the equipment finance industry. He can be reached at mbrigante@wingspirecapital.com.
About Wingspire Equipment Finance:
Wingspire Equipment Finance is a leading provider of large transaction equipment financing solutions, empowering middle market and private equity-backed companies with flexible and innovative capital structures. With a focus on client success and industry expertise, Wingspire Equipment Finance is dedicated to providing strategic capital solutions that promote long-term success for its clients. Wingspire Equipment Finance is the equipment financing arm of Wingspire Capital, a portfolio company of Blue Owl Capital Corporation (NYSE: OBDC). OBDC is externally managed by Blue Owl Credit Advisors LLC, an indirect affiliate of Blue Owl Capital, Inc. (NYSE: OWL). Blue Owl Capital, Inc. is a global alternative asset manager with $284 billion of assets under management as of June 30th, 2025.