Bridget Anderson Named Senior Vice President, Originations for Siena Lending Group

Siena Lending Group LLC ("Siena") announces the appointment of Bridget Anderson as senior vice president of Originations, to further strengthen its originations efforts throughout the Midwest. 

Bridget joins Siena from PNC Business Credit where she held various roles in underwriting, portfolio, and business development. Based out of Chicago, IL., Bridget will be responsible for developing and maintaining relationships, and originating new business for Siena. 

“I am excited to hit the ground running in my new role with Siena Lending Group,” said Anderson. “Siena has experienced impressive growth over the last few years and I am looking forward to contributing to the success of the team".

Nick Payne, Managing Director of Originations, said “We are thrilled to add Bridget to our team. Her diverse background working up and down the deal chain is unique and will undoubtably aid her in this next chapter of her career. With her experience and tenacity, I am confident that Bridget will be a fixture in the Midwest finance communities for years to come”. 

Bridget holds a bachelor’s degree in Finance from the Gies College of Business at the University of Illinois. She is member of the University Club of Chicago and actively involved with the non-profit Orchard Village. Bridget is an avid cook, golfer, and squash player. 

About Siena Lending Group:

Siena Lending Group is a leading asset-focused lender providing financing solutions from $7.5 to $100 million across the United States and Canada. We operate across most industry sectors and provide senior secured solutions to privately held middle-market companies and publicly traded industry leaders.  Siena has also earned a reputation as a trusted financing partner to private equity firms and other financial sponsors. Since 2012, Siena has consistently found creative ways to provide borrowers with maximum flexibility and liquidity. With deep lending experience and expertise in complex situations, clients know Siena brings the patience and perspective to help them work through challenges and achieve their long-term visions.

Siena Healthcare Finance, a specialized division of Siena, is dedicated exclusively to providing financing within the healthcare sector. Siena is a portfolio company of Franklin BSP Lending Corporation, an affiliate of Benefit Street Partners L.L.C. ("BSP"). BSP, a leading credit-focused alternative asset management firm, is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Franklin Resources, Inc.