Siena Lending Group LLC
Michael Sessa is an accomplished finance professional with extensive experience in underwriting and portfolio management. Currently serving as Senior Vice President - Underwriting at Siena Lending Group LLC since June 2021, Sessa previously held the role of Underwriter/Portfolio Manager at BMO Harris Bank from July 2019 to June 2021, focusing on Asset Based Lending. Sessa's career includes significant positions at Wells Fargo Capital Finance, including Relationship Manager in the Lender Finance Division and roles in Asset-Based Lending Sales. Additional experience includes positions at Credit Suisse as AVP, Credit Risk for Structured Products and Deloitte as Senior Associate in Valuation Services. Educational credentials encompass an MBA in Finance and Strategy from Southern Methodist University and a BS in Operations Research/Math from the United States Military Academy at West Point.
Siena Lending Group LLC
Siena Lending Group is a leading asset-focused lender providing financing solutions from $10 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.