Leading enterprise-value lender strengthens team with key hires and promotions to support ongoing momentum and growth
Norwalk, CT – May 14, 2026 – Encina Private Credit (“EPC”), a leading non-bank lender focused on enterprise value, first-out loans, today announced several strategic additions and promotions across its platform as the firm continues to expand its capabilities and support growing demand from sponsors, direct lenders, and management teams.
The company welcomes the following new hires:
- Jimmy Field – Senior Vice President, Capital Markets
- Chris Keough – Vice President, Credit
- Ray Ciraco – Assistant Vice President, Operations
- Manja Wurschke – Financial Analyst
In addition, EPC announced the following promotions:
- Christian Osorio – promoted to Senior Associate
- Lori Cassol – promoted to Business Operations Manager
These appointments reflect EPC’s continued growth and commitment to building a best-in-class organization focused on delivering flexible, reliable financing solutions to the middle and upper middle market.
“Encina Private Credit’s success is driven by the quality of our people, the strength of our team, and the agility that comes from our entrepreneurial culture,” said Mike Hensinger, Chief Executive Officer of EPC. “We are proud to continue attracting talented professionals who share our commitment to innovation, collaboration, and exceptional execution. Jimmy, Chris, Ray, and Manja each bring valuable experience and expertise to our platform, and we are equally excited to recognize the outstanding contributions of Christian and Lori through their well-deserved promotions. As we continue to grow, our team remains the foundation of our ability to provide creative capital solutions and outstanding service to our clients and partners.”
EPC has established itself as a premier provider of enterprise-value-based financing solutions, offering first-out credit facilities tailored to the needs of private equity sponsors, direct lenders, and operating companies.
About Encina Private Credit
Encina Private Credit provides first-out enterprise-value loans, including priority revolvers, term loans, and delayed-draw facilities, typically ranging from $15 million to $150 million per transaction. Encina partners with direct lenders, private equity sponsors, and management teams to support acquisitions, refinancings, and growth initiatives. For additional information, please visit Encina’s website at Encina Private Credit.