Todd Waldrip joined Austin Financial Services as regional senior vice president, business development officer for the Southeast Division. He will be based in Austin’s Alabama office and will be responsible for helping grow the company’s domestic footprint.

Waldrip brings his extensive experience in the commercial finance industry to Austin, which includes banking, factoring and asset-based lending. Waldrip specializes in providing working capital solutions for lower middle market companies. In his role, Waldrip will focus on building relationships and sourcing new deal opportunities while helping to execute Austin’s strategic business plans throughout the Southeastern region.

“Austin Financial Services has an ongoing commitment to providing capital solutions nationwide, and the Southeastern U.S. represents an area of continued opportunity. Todd is a well-respected leader in his market and has many years of experience working with referral sources and businesses in his region. We are excited to have him on our team,” said Jason Anish, CEO of Austin.