techronicler.com – In Conversation With Frank Sommers
*** Click to read article on techronicler.com *** Frank Sommers, Vice President, Technology Leasing, at First Financial Equipment Leasing, brings 30 years of experience in the IT leasing industry, advising global enterprise organizations on how to modernize their infrastructure while preserving capital and accelerating technology adoption. A former collegiate soccer player at […]
Desperate to Fund AI? – Leasing May Be the Smartest Move IT Leaders Make in 2026
*** Click to read article on datacenterpost.com *** AI spending is accelerating at a pace most enterprise budgets simply can’t match. While IT leaders are under pressure to deliver transformative AI capabilities, their capital budgets aren’t growing at the same rate as these AI ambitions. This mismatch is forcing difficult trade-offs: delayed projects, […]
Why IT Leaders Are Choosing Leasing Over Buying in 2026
2026 is here. Are you ready to compete? Technology moves fast, and companies that delay upgrades risk falling behind. Lease Smarter. Innovate Faster: Why IT Leaders Are Choosing Leasing Over Buying in 2026 As we enter a new year, IT leaders face a crucial question: How can we harness the latest technologies while keeping […]
The attractions of robust, flexible asset financing
Thanks to a range of factors, including high inflation, high interest rates, as well as supply chain vulnerability associated with geopolitical conflicts and the aftermath of the COVID-19 pandemic, there is financial uncertainty within the materials handling sector. According to Philip Rosenmüller, head of technical sales industrial MHE fleet management & consulting with CHG-MERIDIAN […]
Lifting Profits – Smart Financing for Material Handling Equipment
In the fast-evolving world of material handling, every second counts, and agility can spell the difference between success and stagnation. How businesses secure and manage their equipment plays a pivotal role in shaping their financial outcomes. Today’s warehouses and distribution centers are far from just storage areas; they’ve transformed into lively hubs powered by […]
Don’t Let Cash Flow Kill Your Next Big Opportunity
Upfront costs and 75-day payment delays shouldn’t stop you from winning projects. Overcoming Cash Flow Challenges in Construction Many professionals in the construction industry face a common dilemma: securing a significant project only to […]
Section 179 Playbook – The Big Beautiful Bill
Unlock Massive Tax Savings with the New Section 179 Rules—Download the Playbook Now The passage of the One Big Beautiful Bill has transformed the landscape for equipment financing, offering businesses up to $2.5 million in immediate tax deductions. Whether you’re a contractor, construction firm, or any business relying on heavy equipment or software, this is […]
The Big Beautiful Bill Has Arrived
The Big Beautiful Bill Has Arrived HERE’S HOW TO HELP YOUR SALES FORCE CAPITALIZE ON IT –––––––––––––––– JEFF WHITCOMB Senior Vice President Construction, First Financial Equipment Leasing –––––––––––––––– Jeff Whitcomb has over 25 years of experience in equipment leasing and sales leadership. Throughout his career, he has demonstrated expertise as an entrepreneur, establishing new […]
Enhancing Dealership Success – The Impact of Section 179 and Forklift Leasing in 2025
The equipment dealership landscape is poised for a monumental shift in 2025, particularly for forklift sellers, thanks to the One Big Beautiful Bill Act. With substantial updates to Section 179, dealers now have a powerful tool to enhance sales, educate customers, and ultimately increase profitability. Understanding Section 179 At its core, Section 179 is […]
Revitalizing Healthcare Through Strategic Equipment Leasing
What if the key to modernizing hospital infrastructure wasn’t more funding—but smarter financing? Hospitals across the country are facing mounting financial pressure as cuts to Medicaid and Medicare shrink reimbursement rates. These constraints are forcing difficult decisions: scaling back services, delaying equipment upgrades, and even reducing staff. Yet, amid these challenges, a powerful opportunity […]
