Founder & Executive Advisor
Capizzano Advisory Services

Anthony Capizzano is a seasoned C-suite executive and transformative leader with a distinguished career spanning the automotive, banking, and fintech sectors. He has held pivotal leadership roles—including Chief Executive Officer, Chief Operating Officer, Chief Growth Officer, and Executive Vice President—across Fortune 100 enterprises and high-growth startups alike.

Anthony’s professional journey began in Concord, New Hampshire, where he entered the automotive industry at just 14, working in his family’s business, Sanel Auto Parts. Following high school, he served with distinction in the United States Marine Corps, where he developed the leadership acumen and discipline that would define his career.

Returning to the automotive sector in 1997, Anthony quickly ascended to General Manager and part-owner of multiple dealerships. In 2001, he transitioned into auto finance, joining Onyx Acceptance—a move that culminated in a leadership role at Capital One following its acquisition of the company. There, he led the Western Region in both sales and credit underwriting, driving performance and innovation for over a decade.

In 2015, Anthony was appointed Chief Executive Officer of Credimex Auto Finance, a joint venture with Grupo Autofin Mexico, where he spearheaded cross-border financial strategies and operational expansion. He later served as Chief Sales Officer for several organizations, further cementing his reputation as a growth-oriented executive.

At Bank of the West, Anthony held dual executive roles: first as SVP of Product Strategy and Innovation, and later as Head of Customer Onboarding, where he led enterprise-wide initiatives to enhance digital transformation and customer experience.

Joining Axos Bank in December 2020, Anthony led the Consumer Lending division with a focus on operational excellence, innovation, and scalable growth. Most recently, he served as Chief Growth Officer of Open Lending, leading the company through a successful acquisition by ANV.