First Internet Bank appointed Paul DePasquale to its Small Business Administration lending team as vice president and senior business development officer.

“Small business owners often face challenges securing the financing they need to succeed. First Internet Bank has assembled a highly experienced and talented team,” DePasquale said. “I am excited to be part of the effort to help grow our local economies.

DePasquale was most recently vice president and SBA specialist for Gulf Coast Small Business Lending. He has knowledge of restaurant and franchise acquisition loans. His background with business and real estate brokers, coupled with his ability to oversee the loan process from start to finish, will benefit a range of clients.