January 3, 2024 ‐ (Fairfield, CT) Star Hill Financial, an independent equipment and franchise finance company, is proud to announce the recent appointments of Kimberly Howard with a sales position within the organization.

Kimberly Howard assumes the role of VP of Sales at Star Hill; her background aligns seamlessly with Star Hill’s commitment to excellence and innovation. Her background is expected to enhance the company's operational efficiency and client‐centric approach.

"We are thrilled to welcome Kim to the Star Hill team," said Keith Smith, President and Partner at Star Hill. “Their combined experience and strategic vision will undoubtedly contribute to our ongoing success and help us better serve the diverse needs of our clients. We expect Kim to play a crucial role in leading and managing the sales efforts within the company's Equipment Finance Division. Her responsibilities encompass a range of tasks aimed at driving revenue, fostering client relationships, and ensuring the overall success of the equipment finance business.”

“It has been a roller coaster of a year and despite the chaos, Star Hill continues to grow and expand while other institutions have slimmed down,” said Hollis Bufferd, CEO of Star Hill. “Bringing in sales talent with experience plays a crucial role in that growth.”

The appointment of Kim Howard come at a pivotal moment for Star Hill Financial as the company continues to expand its market presence and solidify its position as a trusted partner in the equipment and franchise financing industry.

About Star Hill Financial LLC

Star Hill Financial LLC is certified Women Business Enterprise (WBE) and independent equipment and franchise finance company based in Fairfield, Connecticut. Star Hill was founded by Hollis Bufferd in 2016 to provide advisory services and equipment financing. Since that time, Star Hill has expanded its Equipment Finance Division and continues to expand partnership with financial institutions and captive companies by providing them the ability to offer their customer base the option of using a minority lending partner. The Franchise Division of Star Hill has created a customer centric franchise finance group with deep experience structuring transactions. As a certified WBE, Star Hill’s goal is to help customers meet their diversity spend requirements while providing solutions that work for their company.

For more information on Star Hill Financial, visit www.starhillfinancial.com or call 203.883.6060.