Douglas J. DeGier built Heritage Capital Finance on a simple belief: businesses serving their communities deserve a financial partner who serves them just as fiercely.

A veteran and lifelong advocate for purpose-driven leadership, Douglas founded Heritage Capital Finance in 2017 after seeing firsthand how medical, dental, and veteran-owned practices often struggle to access fair, transparent financing. He set out to build something different — a firm grounded in integrity, service, and long-term partnership. From humble beginnings, Douglas grew the company into an international financing platform, supporting clients across the United States, Canada, Latin America, and Europe. Today, Heritage Capital Finance has delivered more than $85 million in equipment financing, helping businesses expand, build, and bring life-changing services to the communities that need them most.

Doug’s leadership style was forged over two decades in the U.S. Army National Guard. The discipline, accountability, and mission-first mindset he learned in uniform still guide his approach to business and client partnership. Whether leading teams, structuring complex financial programs, or mentoring business owners, Doug brings the same principle to every interaction: do the right thing — especially when no one is watching. It’s earned him long-standing client relationships, trust across the banking industry, and a reputation as a relentless problem-solver. Doug holds a B.A. in Business Management and an MBA, and he continues to champion veteran success in business and community leadership. Above all, he remains driven by the mission that started everything — helping entrepreneurs grow, innovate, and change lives through access to the capital they deserve.