The Secured Finance Network appointed Jennifer Palmer, CEO of eCapital Asset-Based Lending, its new president.

“Jennifer is an exceptional leader and will be a huge asset to SFNet in the role of president,” Marius Silvasan, CEO of eCapital, said. “I am confident that through her leadership, commitment and insights, she will expand and evolve the organization and create extraordinary value for our industry. We congratulate her on this well-deserved honor.”

Palmer has been actively involved with SFNet for 15 years, serving on the Board of Directors, Executive Committee and Management Committee previously. She is also a Forbes Finance Council member and a sought-after speaker at industry events and through various media outlets.

“SFNet provides an important, centralized place for industry professionals to seek education and networking opportunities and provides vital industry advocacy in the face of new regulations,” Palmer said. “I feel privileged to take on this role at such an exciting time in our industry and am committed to helping SFNet expand and plan to create strategic partnerships with other relevant trade organizations.”