On the Bubble: The Year in Review and What’s in Store for 2022

Hugh Larratt-Smith speaks with representatives from all corners of the asset-based lending industry to look back at how the market fared in 2021 and how it will develop in 2022.

April 5, 2022 Hugh Larratt-Smith Ian Koplin

Well Rounded: Daniel Reilly is Just Getting Started

Daniel Reilly may only be 10 years into his career in specialty finance, but he’s already proving to be a leader in the space by diversifying his skill set and mentoring his junior colleagues at Ares Commercial Finance, the asset-based lending team of Ares Management.

April 5, 2022 Daniel Reilly Ian Koplin

Collateral-Focused: Prapti Basnet Brings a Passion for Underwriting to ABL

As one of this year’s ABF Journal NextGen Icon Award winners, Prapti Basnet’s passion for underwriting is what has kept her going in the industry and what will allow her to lead it into the future.

April 5, 2022 Prapti Basnet Ian Koplin

An Unbelievable Business Life: Harriet Greenberg Seeks Balance in Accounting

Harriet Greenberg’s career has been built on her expertise in accounting, but her passion for creating more supportive and accommodating workplaces sets her apart as a leader.

April 5, 2022 Harriet Greenberg Ian Koplin

Not Just a Data Cruncher: Cameron Cook Brings Hard-to-Value Assets to the Table

Cameron Cook is a disruptor in the asset-based lending world due to his strong experience valuing intangible assets such as patents, brands and other intellectual property, a trend he’s helped sustain over the last two decades.

April 5, 2022 Cameron Cook Ian Koplin

Critical Success: Andrew Pappas Remains Vigilant in Forging Deals

Andrew Pappas has been closing deals in the asset-based lending industry for the better part of 30 years and along the way has established himself as one of the industry’s top producers, particularly with his emphasis on providing total banking solutions.

April 5, 2022 Andrew Pappas Ian Koplin

An ABL Artist: Barry Kastner Isn’t Afraid to Color Outside the Lines

Barry Kastner has made a career out of sourcing, negotiating and closing deals. In his newest endeavor at Marco Financial, Kastner is bringing his ‘artful’ approach to the trade finance and financial technology world.

April 5, 2022 Barry Kastner Ian Koplin

Changing the Answers: Gerald Joseph Built Gerber Finance on Relationship Lending

Gerald Joseph has been in the lending business for nearly 40 years, but his diligent work and client-centric focus while founding and leading Gerber Finance is what sets him apart as a pioneer in the specialty finance industry.

April 5, 2022 Gerald Joseph Ian Koplin

Miriam Cohen Blazes Her Own Trail in Commercial Finance Law

Miriam Cohen has charted one of the most impressive courses in the realm of commercial finance law by pursuing success while becoming an experienced partner to lenders and borrowers alike, ultimately paving the way for the next generation.

April 5, 2022 Miriam Cohen Ian Koplin

The Fast and the Curious: Nothing Can Stop Carlyn Taylor

Name any type of consulting work and Carlyn Taylor has probably tried it at least once. The global co-leader of corporate finance and restructuring at FTI Consulting has built an exciting and fulfilling career by never standing still while building trust and supporting colleagues and clients alike.

April 5, 2022 Carlyn Taylor Ian Koplin