Financial Pacific Leasing
Steve Leege has over 30 years of experience in various roles related to credit management. Steve began their career in 1986 as a Credit Manager at Sanwa Business Credit Corp and worked there until 1998. In 1999, they joined CIT Group as a Credit Manager, and in 2000, they became a Consultant at Oracle, Rx Financial, and LFC Capital. From 2003 to 2007, they served as the Chief Credit Officer at Rx Financial Corporation. Steve then worked at CIT from 2007 to 2014, holding the position of Director of Credit. Since 2015, they have been serving as the SVP - Chief Credit Officer at Financial Pacific Leasing, Umpqua Bank Equipment Leasing.
Steve Leege attended Valparaiso University from 1982 to 1986. During this time, they pursued a Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration with a focus on Finance. Additionally, they pursued minors in Economics and History.
Financial Pacific Leasing
Financial Pacific Leasing, Inc. is a direct provider of small-ticket commercial equipment leases. We originate our business through partnering with third party originators and lessors nationwide. For many years these partners have relied on Financial Pacific to provide them with innovative financing solutions for their customers. The Company originates and services a portfolio of equipment leases that generally range from $5,000 to $100,000. We help companies grow by financing their acquisition of new and used equipment. The Company was established in 1975 and is located in Federal Way, Washington. In 2013 we became a subsidiary of Umpqua Bank. Over the years we have expanded our services to become an industry leader in providing commercial equipment financing nationwide. Our growth and success is supported by a staff of over 170 highly qualified and experienced employees. The financial strength and stability of Financial Pacific has resulted in our being a trusted funding source that our partners have relied on year after year. Financial Pacific Leasing, Inc. is a subsidiary of Umpqua Bank. Products offered by Financial Pacific Leasing, Inc. are not FDIC insured.