Acquis expands US team with three senior appointments

Specialist insurance provider to the equipment finance industry, Acquis, has strengthened its US presence with the appointment of Peter Austin, Shawn O’Neill, and Thomas Griffith as Vice Presidents of Business Development.

Based in Philadelphia, the three new hires will lead sales activity across key US regions – the Mid-Atlantic and Southeast, Midwest, and Southwest.

Peter Austin will oversee the Mid-Atlantic and Southeast territories, bringing nearly two decades of experience from Siemens Financial Services.

With a background spanning financial services, automotive, and IT sectors, Peter will focus on driving regional growth and supporting clients with innovative, value-added insurance solutions.

Shawn O’Neill, who will lead business development in the Midwest, joins Acquis with a strong track record in strategic sales.

His previous roles include Strategic Sales Manager at North Star Leasing and Enterprise Account Executive at LANStatus, where he built extensive expertise in fostering customer relationships and delivering tailored financial solutions.

In the Southwest, Thomas Griffith brings a wealth of experience from a distinguished career in asset finance and leasing.

His previous positions include senior roles at DLL, Siemens, and nearly 19 years as Vice President of Business Development at Phillips Medical Capital.

Nick Leader, CEO of Acquis, commented: “We are delighted to welcome Peter, Shawn, and Thomas to the Acquis team in the US.

“Their combined expertise in leasing and insurance strengthens our commitment to delivering even greater value to lessors across the asset finance industry. With a growing presence in this dynamic market, we are focused on helping our partners unlock new revenue opportunities, enhance customer service, and reduce portfolio risk through tailored equipment insurance solutions. This investment in talent demonstrates our belief in the strong growth potential of the US market and our determination to support lessors in driving sustainable performance and long-term success.”