M&T Bank (NYSE: MTB) today announced the appointment of Jeff Carpenter as its new Regional President of Massachusetts. With more than two decades of corporate and specialty banking experience, Carpenter brings deep regional knowledge, financial expertise and a strong record of leadership to this role, reinforcing M&T's commitment to delivering exceptional service to its customers.

South State Capital Finance (SSCF) is the asset-based lending division of South State Bank N.A., a leading regional bank with $66 billion in assets and based in Winter Haven, FL. SSCF focuses on providing flexible senior secured capital solutions for middle market and large corporate clients with a relationship-focused approach.

First Citizens Bank today announced that Robert Horne has joined the company as Director of Middle Market Banking for Florida. Based in Tampa, Horne will lead efforts to grow First Citizens' middle market banking presence throughout the state.

Milestone Bank, a national leader in equipment finance and SBA lending, today announced the launch of its new Asset-Based Lending (ABL) division, expanding its credit solutions for small and mid-sized businesses nationwide.

Exponent Financial, Inc. ("Exponent") has secured a senior secured revolving credit facility from Jovian Capital Management ("Jovian") with total commitments of up to $20 million.

Aypa Power, a Blackstone portfolio company and leading developer, owner, and operator of utility-scale energy storage and hybrid renewable energy projects, today announced the closing of its $1.5 billion construction warehouse revolving credit facility, with an additional $0.5 billion accordion feature.

TrueBlue entered into a Second Amendment to its Amended and Restated Credit Agreement to convert its revolving credit facility into an asset-based lending structure. The amendment establishes a borrowing base tied to eligible accounts and unbilled accounts, and reduces the revolver size to $175 million while preserving an option to increase by $150 million subject to lender approval.

Stellus Capital Management, LLC ("Stellus"), alongside its affiliates, provided senior debt financing and an equity co-investment to support the acquisition of Caring, LLC ("Caring.com") by SilverAssist, a comprehensive senior assistance network connecting families with trusted information, expert guidance, and quality services to simplify aging and senior living decisions. SilverAssist is currently backed by Growth Catalyst Partners.

Commercial finance industry leader Robbie Faucett will oversee business development, strategic growth to address flexible working capital financing needs of businesses in the Carolinas and nationwide, further developing Oxford Commercial Finance’s product and delivery platform

MidCap Financial, a leading commercial finance company focused on middle market transactions, today announced it has provided a $21.5 million senior secured credit facility to Wilde Brands Inc. (“Wilde” or the “Company”). The credit facility consists of a revolver with an accordion feature, term loan, and delayed draw term loan.

MONTICELLOAM, LLC (“MONTICELLOAM”), a specialized seniors housing and multifamily bridge lending platform, along with firm affiliates, funded a two-facility skilled nursing portfolio in South Carolina with $21,800,000 in combined bridge and working capital financing.

Blank Rome LLP is pleased to announce that Mark L. Johansen has joined the firm as a partner in the Business Litigation group and the Financial Services industry team in the Dallas office.

Amerisource Business Capital is pleased to announce the successful closing and funding of a $2.5 million asset-based lending (ABL) facility to a Texas-based industrial supplies distribution company. The distributor specializes in supplying critical materials—including pipes, fasteners, and other industrial components—to energy, infrastructure, and industrial companies across the region.

Global law firm Squire Patton Boggs is pleased to announce the addition of partner Cedric Powell to its Global Corporate Practice in Washington, DC. He joins from Sheppard Mullin Richter & Hampton LLP.

JPalmer Collective (JPC), an asset-based lending firm dedicated to supporting high-growth, women-led and natural products companies, today announced the closing of a $3 million working capital facility for Kiala Nutrition, a science-backed wellness brand redefining daily nutrition through powerful superfood formulations.

Huntington Bancshares Incorporated (Nasdaq: HBAN) today announced it has closed its merger with Cadence Bank, a regional bank headquartered in Houston, Texas and Tupelo, Mississippi.

Western Alliance Bank today announced that Ian Hawk has joined the company as New York market manager for the Note Finance Group, expanding the bank’s presence in one of the nation’s most competitive private credit hubs.

Aequum Capital Financial LLC ("Aequum Capital"), a leading asset-based and private credit lender today announced the promotion of Eric Weisheit and Geno Ruggles to Partner, effective immediately.

Trinity Capital Inc. (Nasdaq: TRIN) (the "Company"), a leading international alternative asset manager, today announced the commitment of £25 million in growth capital to Motorway, one of the UK's leading online used-car marketplaces.

Primary care company Carbon Health filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy relief in Texas. The company, which offers both in-person care at nearly 100 clinics and virtual care services, said Monday it reached a restructuring agreement with its existing lenders that establishes a "clear path to recapitalization and new ownership.