Peter Austin, Shawn O’Neill and Thomas Griffith have been appointed as Vice Presidents of Business Development

Acquis, a specialist insurance provider to the equipment finance industry, as strengthened its team with three new appointments. Peter Austin, Shawn O’Neill, and Thomas Griffith join as Vice Presidents of Business Development.

Strengthening the Acquis U.S. Team

Based in Philadelphia, the three will each lead sales activity across U.S. regions – Mid-Atlantic and Southeast, Midwest and Southwest – supporting Acquis’ continued growth and ensuring its specialist solutions deliver value to lessors, funders and their customers.

Experienced Leadership Across Key Regions

Peter Austin will cover the Mid-Atlantic and Southeast territories. He brings nearly two decades of experience at Siemens Financial Services. With expertise across the financial services sector, automotive and IT, Peter will focus on driving regional growth and supporting clients with innovative, value-added insurance solutions.

Shawn O’Neill will lead business development in the Midwest. He joins Acquis with a strong background in strategic sales. His experience includes senior roles at North Star Leasing and LANStatus.

In the Southwest, Thomas Griffith brings extensive experience in asset finance and leasing. His background includes senior roles at DLL and Siemens, along with 19 years at Philips Medical Capital.

These appointments mark a significant step in Acquis’s continued growth in North America. Working alongside the existing team, Peter, Shawn and Thomas will lead sales activity in their respective territories. Each will focus on driving regional growth and strengthening client relationships.

Supporting Growth in Equipment Finance

Nick Leader, CEO of Acquis, Commented: “We are delighted to welcome Peter, Shawn, and Thomas to the Acquis team in the U.S. Their combined expertise in leasing and insurance strengthens our commitment to delivering even greater value to lessors across the asset finance industry. With a growing presence in this dynamic

market, we are focused on helping our partners unlock new revenue opportunities, enhance customer service, and reduce portfolio risk through tailored equipment insurance solutions. This investment in talent demonstrates our belief in the strong growth potential of the U.S market and our determination to support lessors in driving sustainable performance and long-term success.”

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