Fireside Chat Series

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Join me every Wednesday and get to know more about leaders in the equipment finance industry. Listeners will get a better understanding of the organizations that these individuals present, career pa... more

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The podcast currently has 140 episodes available.

Fireside Chat Series episodes:

February 18, 2026 Epiosde #268 Fireside Chat with Erik Anderson Chief Credit Officer at Northland Capital
In this episode of Fireside Chats with Jesse, I’m joined by Erik Anderson of Northland Capital, where we talk about career longevity, leadership, and the kind of company culture that keeps people committed for the long haul.
Erik shares insight into:
His career path in equipment finance and lessons learned along the way
Why Northland’s culture is built around trust, consistency, and people first leadership
How strong internal culture translates into better outcomes for customers
Navigating market cycles with experience and perspective
What keeps professionals engaged and growing over decades, not quarters
This conversation highlights how intentional culture and leadership create stability in an industry that’s constantly evolving.
👇 If you value honest conversations about leadership, culture, and the business of equipment finance, subscribe and join the discussion in the comments.
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44min
February 11, 2026 Episode #268 Fireside Chat with Kris Darby, SVP of Operations at Western Equipment Finance
🎙 Fireside Chats with Jesse | Kris Darby, SVP of Operations at Western Equipment Finance
In this episode of Fireside Chats with Jesse, I’m joined by Kris Darby, SVP of Operations at Western Equipment Finance, for a thoughtful conversation on leadership, culture, and operational discipline in equipment finance.
Kris shares her background, her role at Western Equipment Finance, and how strong values, clear processes, and people-first leadership drive long-term success. We discuss what it takes to build scalable operations, align teams around core values, and lead effectively through growth and change.
This episode is a great watch for professionals in equipment finance, leasing, and commercial lending, especially those involved in operations, leadership, and organizational development.
Topics we cover include:
Kris’s career path and role at Western Equipment Finance
The importance of culture and core values
Operational leadership and team alignment
Hiring, performance management, and accountability
Scaling operations while staying true to your values
Why people and process still matter in equipment finance
As always, Fireside Chats with Jesse are informal, industry-focused conversations with leaders who care deeply about this business and the people behind it.
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Thanks for listening.
— Jesse
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42min
January 28, 2026 Episode #266 Fireside Chat with Barry Ripes President and Co-Founder of PrivateCap
🎙 Fireside Chats with Jesse | Barry Ripes of PayNet
In this episode of Fireside Chats with Jesse, I’m joined by Barry Ripes of PayNet for a wide-ranging and honest conversation about building companies, navigating growth, and lessons learned from decades in equipment finance and data-driven decisioning.
Barry shares his career path, how PayNet was built from the early days into a platform many in the industry know well, and what it really looks like to grow a business through multiple stages—startups, partnerships, scale, and change.
We talk candidly about leadership, culture, mistakes made along the way, and why relationships and fundamentals still matter, even as technology and data continue to reshape equipment finance.
This Fireside Chat is especially valuable for anyone who has:
Built (or is building) a company in equipment finance
Lived through growth, pivots, and tough decisions
Worked with industry data, credit, and risk analytics
Learned leadership the hard way—by doing
Topics we cover include:
Barry’s background and career journey
The early days and growth of PayNet
Scaling a business and navigating partnerships
Leadership lessons from startups and exits
Industry perspective from years in the market
As always, Fireside Chats are informal conversations with people who care deeply about this industry and the people in it.
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35min
January 21, 2026 Episode #265 Fireside Chat with Nate Petrie- North American Sales Leader at Kin Analytics
🎙 Fireside Chats with Jesse | Nate Petrie, Head of North American Sales at Kin Analytics
In this episode of Fireside Chats with Jesse, I’m joined by Nate Petrie, Head of North American Sales at Kin Analytics, for an honest and practical conversation about data, credit insight, and how analytics is shaping better decision-making across equipment finance.
Nate shares his background, how Kin Analytics approaches data differently, and why lenders and lessors need clearer visibility into portfolio performance, risk, and market trends. We also talk about how analytics should support—not replace—good judgment and strong relationships.
This Fireside Chat is a great listen for anyone in equipment finance, leasing, credit, or risk management who wants to better understand how data can actually be used in the real world.
Topics we cover include:
Nate’s career path and role at Kin Analytics
The role of data and analytics in equipment finance
Credit insight, portfolio visibility, and risk trends
Using analytics to support smarter decisions
Where data adds value—and where it doesn’t
As always, Fireside Chats with Jesse are informal, industry-focused conversations with people who genuinely care about improving this business.
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43min
January 14, 2026 Episode #264 Fireside Chat with Nicole Toracco Founder and CEO of Kalon Capital
From Strategy to Equipment Finance: A Fireside Chat with Nicole Toracco
Description:
In this Fireside Chat, Jesse Johnson sits down with Nicol to talk through her journey into the equipment finance industry, the strategic mindset she brings from her background, and what she’s learned along the way working inside both large organizations and growth-focused platforms.
The conversation covers:
Nicol’s professional path and early career experiences
Her exposure to equipment finance and why the industry stuck
The role of strategy in building durable finance organizations
Lessons learned working with established brands and leadership teams
How perspective from investing and strategy translates into real-world execution
As always, this is an informal, candid discussion focused on people, careers, and why so many of us continue to believe in and build within equipment finance.
If you enjoy conversations about leadership, strategy, and the evolution of our industry, be sure to subscribe and explore past Fireside Chats on the channel.
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💬 Share your thoughts in the comments — we’d love to hear your perspective
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38min
January 14, 2026 Fireside Chat with Mike Hammon President of American Finance
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35min
January 07, 2026 Episode #263 Fireside Chat with Brad Kissler, Founder of Vanguard Captive Management
🔥 Fireside Chat | Experience, Perspective, and Building for the Long Term
In this Fireside Chat, we sit down with Bradley for an honest, unscripted conversation about what it really takes to build a business and stay grounded over time.
This isn’t about hype or quick wins. It’s about experience, patience, and the lessons that only come from years in the industry.
Topics we discuss include:
Building a business through different market cycles
How leadership evolves with time and experience
The importance of relationships in long-term success
Lessons learned from growth, challenges, and reflection
Why consistency and integrity still matter
This Fireside is for founders, operators, and leaders who understand that sustainable success is built one decision at a time.
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What lesson has experience taught you that you couldn’t have learned any other way? Drop your thoughts in the comments.
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#FiresideChat #Leadership #EquipmentFinance #Entrepreneurship #LongGame #BusinessWithIntegrity #RealConversations
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52min
December 31, 2025 Episode #262 Fireside chat with Deb Reuben CEO and founder of TomorrowZone
🔥 Fireside Chat | Slowing Down, Leading Well, and Creating Space for What Matters
In this Fireside Chat, we don’t rush to answers—we create space for reflection.
This conversation explores what it looks like to slow down in a world that constantly pushes speed, noise, and certainty. We talk candidly about leadership, intention, personal growth, and the importance of being present—not just productive.
This episode touches on:
Why intentional pauses matter in leadership and life
The power of creating space instead of forcing outcomes
How clarity often comes after we slow down, not before
Leading with humility, curiosity, and self-awareness
Trusting the process—even when things feel unfinished
There’s no script here. Just a real conversation grounded in honesty, listening, and learning.
If you’re a leader, founder, or human being who:
✔️ Feels the pressure to always have it “figured out”
✔️ Is learning to sit with uncertainty
✔️ Wants to lead with more presence and less performance
This Fireside Chat is for you.
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What stood out to you? What are you learning to slow down and pay attention to? Drop your thoughts in the comments.
🔔 Subscribe for more Fireside Chats focused on leadership, growth, and building a life and business rooted in purpose.
#FiresideChat #Leadership #IntentionalLiving #Presence #ServantLeadership #PersonalGrowth #LongGame #RealConversations
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51min
December 24, 2025 Episode#261 Fireside Chat with Dana Galvin SVP Finance and Systems at Customers Commercial Finance
🔥 Fireside Chat with Dana Galvin | Relationships, Resilience & Equipment Finance
In this Fireside Chat, Jesse Johnson sits down with Dana Galvin for a candid conversation about leadership, relationship-driven growth, and what it takes to navigate equipment finance through changing markets.
This discussion goes beyond rates and transactions. It’s about people, perspective, and building trust that holds up when cycles shift and conditions get tough.
Dana shares insights from his career in equipment finance, including how strong relationships are built over time, why consistency matters more than quick wins, and how leaders can stay grounded while the industry continues to evolve.
🎯 In this episode, we cover:
Dana’s journey in equipment finance
Why long-term relationships outperform short-term deals
Leadership lessons learned through market cycles
The importance of trust, transparency, and follow-through
How to stay resilient and customer-focused in uncertain times
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42min
December 17, 2025 Episode #260 Fireside chat with Daniel Levin, President and Co-Founder of Liventus Inc
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39min

FAQs about Fireside Chat Series:

How many episodes does Fireside Chat Series have?

The podcast currently has 140 episodes available.