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Don McCree, Vice Chair and Head of Commercial Banking with Citizens Financial Group, shares his insights into the current state of the banking industry, and much more.
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Charlie Perer contrasts Collateral-focused and Enterprise Value asset-based lending in today’s lending environment and explains why the two may meet in 2024.
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Charlie Perer speaks with four commercial finance leaders who cover bank and non-bank lenders, the restructuring sector, and debt advisory to learn where the lending market is heading as we enter a new year.
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Charlie Perer meets with four national originations executives, exploring the current landscape of new business origination in the commercial finance industry. Together, they delve into the dynamic nature of their roles and discuss overarching market...
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February 05, 2024, 07:00 AM
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Barbara Anderson, Yieldstreet, and Jordan Allen, Garrington Capital US Corp, delve into the intricacies of their newly announced joint venture focused on opportunities in the equipment finance sector.
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January 29, 2024, 07:00 AM
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Charlie Perer discusses why today’s most sought after BDO executive is a dwindling breed in the commercial lending sector and the reasons behind this evolution.
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December 20, 2023, 07:00 AM
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Marcello Cricco-Lizza, Managing Director, Portfolio Manager with Balbec Capital, delves into the challenges confronting both borrowers and lenders within the landscape of the commercial real estate sector.
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December 15, 2023, 07:00 AM
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Michael Jacoby, Senior Managing Director, Phoenix Management Services, a part of J.S. Held and Carmelo Bueti, Senior Vice President of Corporate Development – J.S. Held, meet with Michael Toglia, Publisher of ABL Advisor to discuss the recently...
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November 28, 2023, 07:00 AM
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Carlos Mendez, a Co-Founder and Managing Partner at Crayhill Capital Management, meets with Michael Toglia, Publisher of ABL Advisor to discuss the burgeoning influence of non-bank asset-based private credit providers within the lending market.
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October 31, 2023, 07:00 AM
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Norma Kuntz, CEO of Gordon Brothers, and Jim Lightburn, Co-Founder and President of Nations Capital, meet with Michael Toglia, Publisher of ABL Advisor, to delve into the details of Gordon Brothers’ recent majority investment in Nations Capital.
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October 17, 2023, 07:00 AM
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Michael D. Sullivan, Managing Partner at Second Avenue Capital Partners (SACP), meets with Michael Toglia, Publisher of ABL Advisor, to explore the intricate challenges confronting retail sector lenders in the current economic landscape.
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September 26, 2023, 07:00 AM
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The banking sector is in a literal Catch-22 that is causing a credit crunch thereby creating opportunities for non-banks. Banks need to merge to shore up capital, but at the same time face both new regulation and long delays to potentially obtain...
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September 12, 2023, 07:00 AM
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Ed Cong, Partner, Marathon Asset Management, Asset-Based Finance, discusses why Marathon Asset Management is pursing asset-based lending as a highly desirable and scalable product, and the growing role he sees for Marathon AM in both the direct and...
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August 28, 2023, 07:00 AM
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Jeff Thuringer, a Founding Partner and Head of Business Loan Investments, Hyland Hill Investment Partners discusses the state of the distressed commercial real estate market and the many factors that are creating an increased level of uncertainty and...
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August 08, 2023, 04:00 PM
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Kurt Ruhlin, Wholesale Finance Industry Expert from Solifi, shares his unique insights into the nuances of wholesale finance, commonly called floorplan finance, and provides insights into the benefits a SAAS platform can provide to both existing and...
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Business Development Officers are the lifeblood of the commercial lending industry. Charlie Perer discusses the challenges of age in the industry and shares his unique insights into why seasoned BDOs continue to stay in the game given the important...
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Bobby Lau, Partner, Carl Marks Advisors discusses a recently released survey conducted by Carl Marks Advisors revealing how the current wave of bank consolidation has encouraged mid-sized U.S. companies to look for alternative lenders.
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Clark Griffith, CEO of newly launched Legacy Corporate Lending, discusses the launch of this new middle-market asset-based lending platform with a focus on providing creative financing structures to “near bank” commercial borrowers.
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Jennifer Palmer, Founder and CEO of JPalmer Collective, discusses the launch of JPalmer Collective – a new asset-based lending firm focused on providing customized financing solutions with white-glove, consultative services designed to help...
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Advances in artificial intelligence (AI) will play an increasingly important role in asset-based lending as industry-specific data becomes increasingly available to lenders.
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Recorded March 17, 2023, Tom Greco, Chief Executive Officer, Hilco Global Advisors discusses the many factors impacting asset valuations across the asset-based lending and commercial finance sector.
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The 2023 regional bank deposit crisis may spark a boon for non-bank lenders focused on the lower end of the market.
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In this exclusive interview, Darius Mozaffarian, Partner and President, White Oak Global Advisors, discusses the growing demand for non-sponsor backed lending and why this segment of the market is core to Oak’s investment strategy.
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Tim Stute, Managing Director, Head of Specialty Finance and Chris Hemler, Director of Specialty Finance, both with Hovde Group discuss the current state of the M&A environment in the commercial finance industry and what may be in store for 2023.
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February 03, 2023, 12:00 AM
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Charlie Perer describes how large-ticket, independent non-bank asset-based lenders may be heading into the sunset as the players – both bank and non-bank – continue to evolve.
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January 31, 2023, 07:00 AM
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David Kucera, Head – Financial Institutions Group, Capital One, shares his unique perspectives on the impact the rising cost of capital, inflation and changing access to liquidity may have on financial institutions in 2023, as well as other...
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January 13, 2023, 07:00 AM
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Jessica Nels, a Managing Director in the Capital Markets Team for Churchill Asset Management, discusses the state of the private debt market and the current market and economic dynamics impacting the lending environment.
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December 17, 2022, 02:00 PM
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Charlie Perer looks back at the roots of asset-based lending in New York during the 1990s and describes how the leaders of the era continue to influence modern-day asset-based lending nationally.
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December 13, 2022, 07:00 AM
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Eliminating risks and ensuring compliance are two of the top challenges asset-based lenders face. Yet many finance lenders are not confident they are equipped on how to manage risk and compliance.
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December 02, 2022, 07:00 AM
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Tony Hokayem, Managing Director and Partner, Colbeck Capital Management, provides a detailed view of the role Covenant-lite credit facilities play in this highly competitive market and the potential impact these credit facilities may have on loan...
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October 17, 2022, 07:00 AM
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Lenders have been in a time loop for several years. The question is: Are they prepared to address market changes caused by the impending economic downturn?
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October 14, 2022, 07:00 AM
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Norma Kuntz, the newly named President and Chief Operating Officer of Gordon Brothers, discusses her vision for Gordon Brothers in a rapidly evolving economic environment utilizing her extensive experience in private equity, asset management...
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September 21, 2022, 01:00 AM
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Rob Katz discusses the challenges facing commercial finance professionals and offers some guidance on what can ultimately impact success in the current market.
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September 20, 2022, 07:00 AM
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David Spreng, Founder, CEO and CIO of Runway Growth Capital discusses the important role venture debt plays in the market and how this form of financing provides unique advantages for late-stage, pre-profit borrowers.
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August 31, 2022, 07:00 AM
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Kevin Griffin, CEO and CIO of MGG Investment Group, provides his unique and forthright assessment of the non-sponsored lending environment.
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August 14, 2022, 05:00 PM
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Wholesale finance industry expert Kurt Ruhlin from Solifi (formerly IDS, White Clarke Group, and William Stucky & Associates), discusses why asset-based lenders should consider adding floorplan finance (AKA wholesale finance) to their portfolio of...
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Kevin Marchetti, Chief Risk Officer, Partner, Varagon Capital Partners discusses the nuances of operating as a lender to middle-market borrowers and private equity firms.
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Charlie Perer explores industry specialization, describing how the past ten years have been about building national platforms with scale, and why the natural extension of that strategy is specialization.
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Rob Katz provides his unique observations on the current state of the commercial finance industry and shares sound advice for collaborating effectively with peers in challenging times.
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Larry Klaff, Senior Managing Director and Head of Asset-Based Loans on First Eagle Alternative Credit’s Direct Lending team discusses how the current economic landscape is impacting both healthy and distressed companies.
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Wholesale and retail inventories have always been a mainstay for lenders, but with millions of businesses now selling their wares on Amazon, what are the potential implications for the ABL sector?
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Kristin Maxwell, Global Working Capital Solutions Consultant with Solifi discusses current and emerging technologies asset-based lenders should consider adopting and shares her insights on top technologies for differentiating your ABL organization...
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Rita Garry, Shareholder, Robbins DiMonte, Ltd., discusses the critical need for banks and finance companies to understand and implement proper procedures for the collection, storage, usage and security of data collected in the business process.
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The debate over banks treating ABL as a product versus a business is unique to each organization. The outcome of this decision will have meaningful impact and unintended consequences for business development groups.
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Zia Uddin, President & Co-Portfolio Manager, Institutional Portfolios, Monroe Capital discusses the success and evolution of Monroe Capital over the past 20 years and the dynamics impacting the lower middle market in various sectors.
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Dan Tortoriello, EVP and Chief Operating Officer, SLR Business Credit discusses his views of the asset-based lending market. Tortoriello discusses the impact of stimulus money on borrowers, competition, and borrowers’ sensitivity to interest rate...
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Lee Haskin, Chief Executive Officer, Crossroads Financial shares his insights into the current market trends impacting inventory financing in multiple industry sectors from the perspective of a lender focused exclusively on inventory finance.
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February 16, 2022, 07:00 AM
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The battle for middle-market asset-based lending relationships has intensified between non-bank and bank asset-based lenders. Who will ultimately win in this market is yet to be seen.
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January 11, 2022, 07:00 AM
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Joseph Lane, Vice Chairman and Chairman of Management Committee, Napier Park Global Capital speaks with Michael Toglia, Publisher, ABL Advisor providing his unique insights into the impact rising inflation, supply chain issues and other factors are...
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January 03, 2022, 01:00 AM
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Despite the challenges introduced by the pandemic, middle market companies are on a positive trajectory and leaders are focusing on strategic investments.
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December 17, 2021, 07:00 AM
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As LIBOR winds down, financial institutions that research their options carefully, act early and decisively to complete the transition can enhance borrower relationships and attract new opportunities.
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December 07, 2021, 07:00 AM
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In this webinar, industry experts from Solifi (formerly IDS, White Clarke Group, and William Stucky & Associates) share insights on the positive changes that come from business disruption, challenges, and emerging technology trends. Recognizing the...
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December 05, 2021, 11:00 PM
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Dave Kucera, Head of Capital One’s Financial Institutions Group says “My Father’s (and Grandfather’s) banking system continues to morph.”
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November 04, 2021, 07:00 AM
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Despite consumers setting the stage for a robust U.S. economy, there are potential bogeymen appearing in the paths of businesses.
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September 23, 2021, 07:00 AM
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Kristen Palmer, Business Development Officer, Iron Horse Credit discusses the dynamic nature of inventory as collateral for asset-based loans and the impact of supply chain issues on inventory availability and valuations.
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August 27, 2021, 07:00 AM
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Charlie Perer of SG Credit Partners pays homage to Business Development Officers - the Gladiators of lower middle-market asset-based and cash flow lending.
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August 24, 2021, 07:00 AM
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Rosanne Doyle, Product Manager for ABL and Factoring with IDS | Secured Finance Technology shares her insights into where the factoring industry has been over the past year and how the players are positioning their companies for success in the...
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Special situation and opportunistic credit can be an “all weather” strategy for those who chase complexity versus a changing credit cycle.
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An asymmetry information problem exists within special assets groups. As a result, banks need to provide innovative ways to provide their SAG executives more capital market options.
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Michael Jacoby, Senior Managing Director and Shareholder at Phoenix Management Services, reflects on an unprecedented year in commercial finance.
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February 23, 2021, 07:00 AM
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Focus Management Group’s Juanita Schwartzkopf cautions lenders on how borrowers can mask problems with the COVID-19 excuse or with cash from government programs.
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January 08, 2021, 07:00 AM
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The bank-ABL world is going back to the future, says Charlie Perer in this overview of where ABL has been, its continuing evolution, and where ABL will be in the future.
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September 16, 2020, 07:00 AM
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Special assets groups were decimated after the Great Recession, and today’s executives face new restrictions imposed by the OCC in the aftermath of the recession.
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Rob Katz reflects on a True Code Red scenario and effectively leading when there is no margin for error.
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