Maria Palomino joined Siena Lending Group as senior vice president of New Business Originations – Western region, based out of Los Angeles. In this position, she will be focused on originating middle market transactions and new bank partners, primarily across the Western U.S.

Prior to joining Siena, Palomino served as a senior agent with Euler Hermes. While at Euler, Palomino was a platinum club recipient for two straight years. Her experience also includes business development and account management positions with Xerox and Cisco Systems.

“We are pleased to welcome Maria to the team,” said David Grende, president and CEO of Siena Lending Group. “Her broad network will help expand our origination capabilities in the Western U.S.”

Palomini is a member of the Association of Corporate Growth, Turnaround Management Association, Commercial Finance Association, Risk Management Association and Women in Finance-South Bay.