Gulf Coast Business Credit (GCBC), the working capital finance division of Gulf Coast Bank & Trust, announced Stephanie Waite has joined GCBC as vice president and business development officer covering the Northeast market.

Prior to GCBC, Waite worked as a management expert in the energy industry in both power and natural gas for Goldman Sachs. Her 12-year background in the energy industry will make a great addition to the GCBC team, the company said in a press release.

Meg Roberson, national sales manager for GCBC, commented, “Stephanie’s experience in the energy business will be invaluable in expanding our clientele in the Marcellus Shale. This is a very exciting time for our bank. With increasing opportunities in the oil and gas service sector, Stephanie’s expertise compliments our desire to expand this niche. We are delighted to welcome Stephanie to our team.”

GC Business Credit is a provider of working capital finance throughout the United States.