MOUNT LAUREL, N.J., Nov. 01, 2016 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Marlin Business Services Corp.(NASDAQ:MRLN), a leader in the commercial equipment financing industry, today announced that it has appointed Richard Irwin as Corporate Treasurer.

In his new role as Treasurer, Irwin will have responsibility for managing the company’s liquidity, setting the annual financial plan, analyzing the performance of financial goals, developing pricing tools, and delivering insight on efficient capital generation and utilization.

Irwin has more than 18 years’ experience in the financial services industry, holding positions in M&A, Treasury, and Accounting. Prior to joining Marlin in January 2016, he was Vice President of Mergers & Acquisitions at CIT Group, Inc. Irwin holds an MBA and a bachelor’s degree in finance from Rutgers University and is a CFA charterholder.

“Rich’s extensive treasury, financial and equipment finance experience is an ideal fit for the critical role of treasurer for Marlin,” said W. Taylor Kamp, Marlin’s Chief Financial Officer. “We’re proud to have him join the Marlin team and look forward to his contributions to help manage and achieve our strategic and financial goals.”

About Marlin Business Services Corp.

Marlin Business Services Corp. is a nationwide provider of commercial lending solutions for small businesses. Through its wholly-owned operating subsidiary, Marlin Business Bank, Marlin provides innovative commercial financing solutions that support our customers’ growth and success. Our equipment financing and loan products are offered directly to small businesses, and through third party vendor programs, which includes manufacturers, distributors, independent dealers and brokers. Our mission is to offer convenient financing products while providing the highest level of personalized customer service. Marlin is publicly traded (NASDAQ:MRLN). For more information about Marlin, visit www.marlincorp.comor call toll free at (888) 479-9111.