Equipment Finance News is pleased to announce that Mitsubishi HC Capital America’s Chief Digital Officer and Executive Vice President Christopher Johanneson will join Equipment Finance Connect 2025 as a panelist to discuss how equipment financiers can use AI and other technologies to create a more successful business. Johanneson will join the panel “Technology and AI Strategies for a More Successful Finance Business” on Thursday, May 15, at 1:30 p.m. ET. 

The conference, which takes place May 14-15 at the JW Marriott Nashville in Tennessee, is the only event for both equipment dealers and lenders, and features two days of networking, technology demonstrations and educational sessions. 

View the full event agenda here. 

At Mitsubishi HC Capital America, Johanneson leads transformative digital initiatives that use data analytics, machine learning and automation to enhance operational efficiency and optimize customer experiences, according to the company. He focuses on integrating technology that streamlines internal processes and creates scalable solutions. 

Johanneson joined Mitsubishi HC Capital America in April 2023 during the company’s formation, following the merger of Mitsubishi HC Capital America, Mitsubishi HC Capital (U.S.A.) and ENGS Commercial Finance. He had previously been chief operating officer at ENGS, according to his LinkedIn profile, and spent 11 years at Navistar prior to that. 

The third annual Equipment Finance Connect at the JW Marriott Nashville on May 14-15, 2025, is the only event for both equipment dealers and finance providers. Learn more and register here.