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. 📌 Subscribe for more Fireside Chats with leaders across equipment finance 👍 Like & share if you found value in the conversation 💬 Comment below with your biggest takeaway Thanks for listening. — JesseSubscribe to Fireside Chats with Jesse on Soundwise