John E. Peak was the Capital Markets and Business Development Leader for Wells Fargo, Commercial Distribution Finance (CDF). CDF is a leading provider of specialized financing products and services that facilitate the manufacture, distribution and sale of consumer durables including: Marine, lawn and garden, motorsports, RVs, trailers, electronics, appliances, and technology products. In his role, John creates financing solutions that enhance cash flow and drive growth for middle market and publicly traded companies. He is also responsible for selling bonds, rating agency relations, SEC compliance, reporting and maintaining the GEDFMNT public trust.John joined Wells Fargo when GE sold CDF in 2016. GE acquired Transamerica Finance Corporation in 2004. During his 40+ year career in inventory finance, John has held a variety of finance leadership positions, including controller, vice president of finance and chief financial officer.John works closely with the sales team to develop innovative financial solutions for customers and financial partners. He leads strategic decisions for acquisitions, divestitures and joint ventures, in addition to working with third parties to explore off balance sheet financing solutions.John is a Certified Public Accountant and a member of the Illinois CPA Society, American Institute of Certified Public Accountants, Brunswick Acceptance Corporation Board, and Polaris Acceptance Board, and has held the Registered Supervisor Broker Dealer (Series 24, 7, 63) certifications. He earned his bachelor’s degree in accounting from the University of Notre Dame