Gary Mendell

President, Meridian Finance Group

Trade Finance Tools for Exporting During the Economic Downturn

Gary Mendell is President of Meridian Finance Group, a company providing credit, insurance, and financial services that help exporters increase their international sales. A graduate of the University of Pennsylvania in 1976, Gary has over 30 years of experience in international sales, distribution, and finance. Prior to Meridian Finance Group, he held positions managing international business development for companies in the pharmaceutical, aerospace, and plastics industries. Gary has been recognized with awards from the U.S. Department of Commerce, the Export-Import Bank of the U.S., and the Foreign Credit Insurance Association in recognition of Meridian’s contributions to international trade.