Trinity Capital, a provider of diversified financial solutions to growth stage companies, appointed Lauren Cosentino as managing director of life sciences in the Research Triangle Park region of North Carolina. Cosentino, with more than a decade of experience in the venture ecosystem, has been supporting venture capital-backed growth stage companies, primarily focused on the life sciences vertical.

“I am excited to have Lauren join the team. Her extensive expertise and experience in the life sciences industry will be integral as we continue to grow our portfolio and invest in disruptive technologies,” Rob Lake, managing director, life sciences at Trinity Capital, said.

Cosentino joins Trinity from Bridge Bank, where she served as SVP commercial lending, life sciences. She worked closely with growth-stage companies in the technology and life sciences verticals on a variety of debt transactions. Prior to Bridge Bank, Cosentino was with Pacific Western Bank, formerly Square 1 Bank.

“I am excited to join the Trinity team,” Cosentino said. “Trinity has an impressive track record, and I look forward to building upon the successes and growth that the company is already experiencing.”