Dex Dean is the president of Coastal Leasing Inc., a 27-year-old equipment leasing and financing concern specializing in the medical industry. He is a graduate of Michigan State University, with a 40-year business career focused in the financing and insurance industries. He has held previous positions with USLeasing as district manager in the national accounts division, and Manufacturers Hanover Leasing as a regional manager in the corporate leasing division. In addition, he has obtained numerous brokerage and insurance licenses during his business tenure due to his continuing interest in estate planning and asset protection. He is currently pursuing his designation as a certified financial planner.