Marlin Business Services announced Edward J. Siciliano has been promoted to chief operating officer, effective immediately.

Siciliano has been Marlin’s chief sales officer since 2007 and served as interim chief executive officer from October 2015 until June 2016.

“Ed’s strong leadership was invaluable during the recent management transition period at Marlin,” said Jeffrey A. Hilzinger, Marlin’s CEO. “With this promotion, Ed will become responsible for and have control over Marlin’s entire customer experience and will build on our positive momentum toward achieving Marlin’s strategic goals and initiatives.”

“I’m very excited about this new role,” said Siciliano. “I share Jeff’s confidence and hope to help lead Marlin into the next phase of our growth.”