First Internet Bank announced two new Business Development Officers, Melissa Fenner and Mike Pedicelli, have joined its Small Business Administration (SBA) Lending team

"Now more than ever, small business owners need access to capital to help fuel their growth," said Mark Gibson, First Internet Bank Vice President, National SBA Sales Manager. "Melissa and Mike possess the experience and customer focus to help entrepreneurs successfully navigate the SBA lending process."

Fenner brings over 20 years’ experience to First Internet Bank. She previously worked at Fifth Third Bank, Wells Fargo and, most recently, Huntington National Bank, where she served as VP, SBA Business Development Officer and Product Specialist.

Pedicelli joins First Internet Bank from Lendstream SBF. He has over 15 years’ experience in the financial sector, having also held key positions with PromiseOne and Hancock Banks. He received his B.A. from the University of Central Florida and his MBA from Webster University, where he focused on global banking and finance.

Gibson added, "These lending professionals are great additions to our already outstanding SBA team. We look forward to leveraging their knowledge and insight as we serve our new and existing small business customers."