Highlighting the group’s U.S. expansion since August 2015  

CHICAGO – March 20, 2017 – MB Equipment Finance announces Brett Hewitt has joined as Vice President of its new office - located just west of Austin, Texas. This office marks the group’s second location in Texas, in addition to its existing Dallas/Fort Worth office. In less than two years, MB Equipment Finance has doubled its team and expanded its footprint to 11 locations in the U.S.

Hewitt brings more than 10-years direct sales experience, expanding MB Equipment Finance’s presence throughout south Texas and greater Louisiana. Specializing in serving the marine, energy service, construction and manufacturing industries, Hewitt’s broad expertise elevates MBEF’s offerings in its southern regions.

“The decision to bring Brett’s unique expertise to our growing team was designed with intention to bolster our presence in new regions of opportunity,” said Dave Drury, President, MB Equipment Finance. “Brett’s addition strengthens our reputation as a national equipment finance leader.”

Prior to joining MB Equipment Finance, Hewitt served the greater New Orleans area in previous roles including Senior Vice President, CapitalSource Corporate Asset Finance and Vice President, GE Capital. Hewitt is a graduate of the University of New Hampshire and is actively involved in the greater Austin community; participating as a member of both the local United Way chapter, as well as the Young Leaders Society of Austin.

About MB Equipment Finance

MB Equipment Finance, LLC is a wholly owned subsidiary of MB Financial Bank, N.A. Through its nationwide direct sales offices, MB Equipment Finance provides expertly structured financing to companies throughout the United States.

About MB Financial

MB Financial Bank N.A. is a Chicago-based holding company for MB Financial Bank, N.A. which has approximately $19 billion in assets and a more than one-hundred-year history of building deep and lasting relationships with middle-market companies and individuals. MB offers a full range of powerful financial solutions and the expertise and experience of bankers who are focused on their clients’ success. MB Financial Bank is a wholly owned subsidiary of MB Financial, Inc. (NASDAQ: MBFI).