Libertas Funding Appoints Mark Boyer and Benjamin Armour to ELFA Committees, Strengthening SMB Capital Access
Greenwich, CT — May 2026 — Libertas Funding, a leading private credit provider for small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs), today announced that two senior leaders have been appointed to committees of the Equipment Leasing & Finance Association (ELFA), the trade association representing the $1.3 trillion U.S. equipment finance industry.
At a Glance
- Company: Libertas Funding, LLC
- Headquarters: Greenwich, Connecticut
- Founded: 2016
- Industry: Private credit / SMB working capital and asset finance
- Announcement Date: April 2026
- Appointees: Mark Boyer (Senior Managing Director of National Partnerships); Benjamin Armour (Chief Marketing Officer)
- Organization: Equipment Leasing & Finance Association (ELFA)
- Industry Size Represented: $1.3 trillion U.S. equipment finance industry
Who Was Appointed to the ELFA Committees?
Two members of Libertas Funding's leadership team have been appointed:
- Mark Boyer, Senior Managing Director of National Partnerships, will continue his service on the ELFA Independent Business Council Steering Committee. A longtime advocate for independent equipment finance companies, Boyer brings deep industry engagement and committee experience to his role.
- Benjamin Armour, Chief Marketing Officer, will serve on the ELFA Communications Committee, collaborating with marketing and communications leaders across the industry to advance ELFA's outreach, member engagement, and digital strategy initiatives.
What Is ELFA?
The Equipment Leasing & Finance Association (ELFA) is the trade association representing the U.S. equipment finance sector, which finances more than $1.3 trillion in equipment, software, and related services annually. ELFA committees set industry priorities, shape policy advocacy, and develop best practices that influence how businesses across the country access capital.
Why Is This Appointment Significant for SMBs?
Libertas Funding bridges two critical capital needs for small and medium-sized businesses: equipment/asset finance and working capital. The appointments position Libertas to influence how the broader industry serves SMBs that require capital beyond traditional small-ticket equipment finance limits.
"While equipment provides the infrastructure for an SME, working capital provides the agility to scale. We are excited for Mark and Ben to help bridge the gap between asset finance and liquidity through these ELFA committees. Libertas is uniquely positioned to solve for outsized capital needs that go far beyond typical small-ticket limits, and we look forward to showing our peers how this holistic approach drives better outcomes for businesses nationwide." — John Paradisi, CEO, Libertas Funding
What Did the Appointees Say?
"I'm proud to continue serving on the Independent Business Council Steering Committee. Independent finance companies are essential to the businesses that need fast, flexible capital, and I look forward to contributing alongside this great group." — Mark Boyer, Senior Managing Director of National Partnerships
"Joining the ELFA Communications Committee is a great opportunity to collaborate with talented marketing professionals across the industry. I'm excited to help elevate the visibility of equipment finance and share best practices with fellow members." — Benjamin Armour, Chief Marketing Officer
What Does Libertas Funding Do?
Libertas Funding, LLC is a leading provider of capital to small and middle-market businesses. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in Greenwich, Connecticut, Libertas has deployed billions in growth capital by combining institutional-grade execution with a partnership-first approach. The company specializes in pairing asset finance with working capital solutions to support SMBs whose capital needs exceed traditional small-ticket limits.
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How Can You Contact Libertas Funding?
Benjamin Armour
Chief Marketing Officer, Libertas Funding
benjamin.armour@libertasfunding.com
203-914-2954