Hitachi Capital America Corp. (HCA) announced Brian Blend has joined the company as Regional Controller, Technology Finance. He is responsible for managing all aspects of the day-to-day relationships of assigned clients in the technology sector.

Blend is based in Columbus, OH, and reports to Steve Weislogel, Chief Operating Officer of the Technology Finance business.

HCA Technology Finance is a leading provider of working capital solutions in the technology marketplace. Through a unique solution that offers 100 percent product financing for value-added reseller clients based on the credit quality of their end-user customers, HCA offers flexible solutions that meet the working capital needs of its clients without the need for restrictive financial covenants, personal guarantees, line caps or borrowing base reserves. This allows clients to grow their businesses without constraints.

“The technology sector and the current environment are very dynamic. Our clients need flexible working capital solutions and a reliable financing partner to support their businesses. HCA is expanding its Technology Finance business and investing in additional resources to support our clients. We are thrilled to add an individual of Brian’s caliber to our team,” said Weislogel.

Prior to joining HCA, Blend held a series of Controller and senior finance roles at Freeland Contracting Company, Nickolas Savko and Sons, Black Box Network Services, and Xentry Systems Integration. He is a Certified Public Accountant, holding a B.S. from Miami University and an MBA from Ashland University.