As Vice President of Contractor Services, Matthew is responsible for all lending and finance operations within EGIA. As the founder and creator of OPTIMUS, Matthew used his 30+ years of experience in the industry, understanding of the contractor process and non-stop creativity to streamline and simplify payment solutions for virtually every contractor. Working directly with lending and affiliate partners, Matthew and his team strive to develop cutting edge payment and promotional offerings for EGIA’s vast contractor base. In addition, Matthew leads EGIA’s business development strategy, as well as the design and implementation of finance training content.

After attending Virginia Commonwealth University, majoring in Psychology, Matthew started his journey in finance and customer experience in 1995. He began at American General Finance, followed by stops at Equity Lending, Greensky and Renovate America.

Hamilton Arevalo is a seasoned professional in the Lease-to-Own industry with more than 15 years of experience helping businesses create additional sales opportunities and serve customers who may not qualify for traditional financing.

Hamilton began his career on the furniture side of the Lease-to-Own industry before transitioning into the HVAC and home-services space. Today, he works with Breeze Lease, where he helps HVAC and plumbing contractors incorporate alternative payment solutions into their businesses without replacing the financing partners they already use.

His focus is simple: help contractors close more sales by giving them another tool when traditional financing doesn’t work. Through Breeze Lease’s No Credit Check payment option, Hamilton works with contractors, distributors, private equity groups, and industry partners to expand access to payment solutions for customers who might otherwise be turned away.

Hamilton has spent his career building partnerships, developing sales strategies, training contractors, and finding practical ways to help businesses increase revenue while providing customers with more options.

Based in the DFW area, Hamilton is passionate about the home-services industry and enjoys discussing sales, financing, partnerships, entrepreneurship, and the evolving ways contractors can grow their businesses.

With more than a decade and a half in Lease-to-Own, Hamilton brings a unique perspective that combines industry experience, relationship building, and a strong understanding of the challenges contractors face every day.

Lauren Futrell is the Vice President of Partner and Client Success for Microf and leads strategic relationship management and partner performance optimization. She is focused on driving engagement, ensuring seamless integration of lending programs, and delivering an exceptional client experience. Lauren and her team are committed to educating the market on the Microf offering, contributing to contractor growth, while delivering a much-needed solution for the consumer.