Siena Healthcare Finance Hires VP, Western Region Business Development Officer

Siena Healthcare Finance is pleased to announce the addition of Ashley Nelson as VP, Western Region Business Development Officer. In her new role, Ashley will be responsible for leading new healthcare originations in the Western United States.

Located in Seattle, Ashley brings over 13 years of experience in lending. Most recently she was a Producer at an insurance brokerage company. Prior to that she spent 12 years at BOK Financial in relationship and portfolio management groups with the last 7 years working directly in the healthcare group. 

“Ashley is an outstanding addition to the team and brings years of healthcare experience in originating and structuring lending solutions for clients. We look forward to her contribution towards our growth and are excited for her to expand our reach in the Western United States,” said Jennifer Sheasgreen, President - Siena Healthcare Finance.

"I feel very fortunate for the opportunity to join Siena Healthcare Finance. With the support and focus from the entire Siena team, I look forward to contributing to the growth and development of both prospective clients' businesses as well as the success of the company in such an active and resilient sector,” said Ashley Nelson, VP New Business Originations - Western Region.

About Siena Healthcare Finance

 Siena Healthcare Finance, a specialized division of Siena Lending Group, is dedicated solely to serving companies within the healthcare sector, providing for loans from $4 - $50 million. 

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 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.