EverBank Commercial Finance said Michael Chard has joined its office products team as a relationship manager for the firm’s mountain states and Minnesota region. Chard will report directly to Jody Salino, sales manager for the firm’s West Coast region.

“Mike has a proven track record of driving sales and implementing strategic growth initiatives, making him an ideal fit for EverBank Commercial Finance,” said Jody Salino. “As a proven sales leader, we anticipate that Mike will contribute significantly to the team’s growth throughout the western region, while providing our customers with critical financing support.”

Chard has spent more than 23 years in the office equipment financing sector, with a breadth of experience in the leasing industry. Prior to joining EverBank Commercial Finance, Chard served as regional sales manager for GE Capital.

Chard also served with Marlin Financial as a national account manager for the western region and as a regional sales manager for Key Equipment Finance for seven years, supervising seven different regions.