Scott Brown joined Hitachi Business Finance’s business development team, concentrating his efforts on attracting new factoring and asset-based lending clients across the U.S.

Brown will be based in the Atlanta region and be responsible for connecting with business owners and advisors, acting as a resource to help determine the most effective means to accessing capital for growing businesses.

“Scott is an exciting new addition to our team. He brings extensive experience in asset-based lending and factoring and his deep-rooted relationships will prove to be instrumental as we continue growing our business,” said Mike Semanco, president and COO.

“Hitachi’s strong brand recognition and their ability to be both creative and competitive with their financing solutions sets them apart,” said Brown. “Joining such an established and experienced team that consistently puts the client first is attractive because I can be confident that each and every one of our clients will always receive top-notch service.”

Brown most recently served as senior vice president at Midland American Capital. Prior to that, he served as vice president at Allegiant Business Finance, vice president at Charter Capital Holdings and vice president at Presidential Financial Corporation. He is currently the Atlanta Chapter president of the National Funding Association.