Marlin Business Services Corp. Launches Franchise Finance Group

On Oct 14, 2014

Mount Laurel-based Marlin Business Services Corp., a commercial equipment financing industry company, today announced the launch of its Franchise Finance Group with the hiring of Joshua A. Rouswell as Director of Franchise Financing and Joseph G. Haynes as Franchise Financing Manager. Mr. Rouswell and Mr. Hayes will be responsible for the further expansion of Marlin’s franchise business segment.

Mr. Rouswell’s financial services experience spans sales, lending and portfolio management, in addition to his focus in franchise financing.

In his most recent position as Vice President of Franchise Lending at U.S. Bank, he was integral to the development and growth of the bank’s McDonald’s Lending Program. Mr. Haynes’ experience in sales and franchise lending includes his previous positions in commercial lending and as a national franchise banker for Wells Fargo Commercial Finance.

“The addition of Josh and Joe to our team will enable us to better support the needs of our franchisors and their franchisee networks,” said Ed Siciliano, Marlin’s Executive Vice President and Chief Sales Officer. “They both bring a wealth of experience that aligns well with our strategy to further penetrate the franchise business market.”

Marlin’s program includes customized financing packages that make it fast and convenient to obtain financing for new equipment, technology and fixtures.

Marlin has supported the franchise industry since the company’s inception, and its customers include over 500 different franchise brands in several focused vertical concepts within the franchise market.

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