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  • Aliah Lalani Stronger Than Ever: Women, Work and the Power of Resilience
    Mar 11, 2025
    Featuring insights from PNC’s Eileen Kowalski, Newpoint Advisors’ Carin Sorvik, Hilco’s Ervisa Ismailaj, and KPMG’s Andrea Beirne, this article delves into gender dynamics, and the hurdles women face in male-dominated sectors. Discover how these leaders have thrived and their perspectives on the progress—and remaining gaps—in achieving gender parity.
  • The Role of Emotional Intelligence in Leadership:
    Mar 7, 2025
    Learn from inspiring women executives who prove that empathy, active listening, and relationship-building aren’t just soft skills—they’re powerful strategies for business success, driving profitability, retention, and meaningful connections.
  • Cannabis Lending: Are You Ready to Fire It Up?
    Feb 18, 2025
    When Federal and State laws collide, doing business is complicated and fraught.  In this article, Riemer and Braunstein LLP commercial finance attorneys Lon M. Singer and Lyle P. Stein explore the background, evolution, and emerging landscape applicable to financing  industry – with practical guidance for the cannabis1 both the lending and legal communities.
  • Is Your ABL Collateral Covered? Why Action and Close Monitoring Are More Critical Now Than Ever Before
    Feb 10, 2025
    As the market grapples with increased restructurings and rising bankruptcy costs, asset-based lenders face significant risks if they fail to understand the true position of their collateral within a timely manner.  Across industries, asset values are declining rapidly.  This necessitates more active and frequent collateral and borrowing-base monitoring.  This article explores the challenges and evolving trends across asset classes and the implications for asset-based lenders. 
  • Interview with Otterbourg Attorneys: Over 100 Years of Providing Legal Expertise to the Secured Finance Industry
    Feb 5, 2025
    TSL’s editor-in-chief sat down with Otterbourg attorneys Allen Cremer, Dan Fiorillo, Pauline McTernan and Lena Surilov, to discuss the firm’s secret to success over the past 100 years, what lenders should look out for in 2025 and possible implications of the election. Based in New York City, Otterbourg represents financial institutions (including banks, asset-based lenders, hedge funds, finance companies and insurance companies) and corporations and other business enterprises.
  • David Wisen Headshot Wingspire Capital Continues to Soar After Five Years With Diversified Solutions and a Long-Term View
    Feb 3, 2025
    The Secured Lender’s editor-in-chief sat down with David Wisen, founder & CEO of Wingspire Capital, to discuss Wingspire’s evolution and keys to success as well as his outlook for the future.
  • Celebrating the Achievements of SFNet Chapters
    Dec 17, 2024
    The Secured Finance Network’s 20 Chapters are comprised of professionals with great insight and experience. From golf outings to educational events, several Chapters shared their highlights from the past year. 
  • David Morse photo Part 2 -Taking Security in Cross-Border Lending: (How Do You Know) the Steps to Take or Whose Law Is It Anyway?
    Dec 2, 2024
    David Morse of Otterbourg P.C. explores the key relevant rights of the Secured Lender and “Third-Party Effectiveness”, what happens if the obligor on the receivable is located outside
    of the United States?, Rome I Regulation and more. Part 1 of this article appeared in the September/October issue of The Secured Lender.
  • Appraisers See a Mixed Picture for Valuations
    Nov 18, 2024
    Secured lenders increasingly rely on appraisers for swift and accurate valuations amid rising complexities in asset-based lending. With business bankruptcies up 40% and ongoing supply chain challenges, appraisers must adapt quickly to maintain their vital role in the underwriting process, ensuring lenders receive the critical insights needed to navigate this evolving landscape.
  • Walter Schuppe Faces of Freedom
    Nov 11, 2024
    Walter Schuppe, formerly of Pacific Western Bank, started Faces of Freedom in 2019 to
    express gratitude to and honor the sacrifices and service of U.S. Military veterans and their families. The project uses black and white portraits and oral histories, as told by each veteran, to help connect a face with a personal story.
  • TSL1124_RobertMeyers_InterviewPhoto_150 Eyes on the Future: SFNet Welcomes its Youngest President in 80 Years
    Nov 4, 2024

    Robert Meyers, managing member and president of Republic Business Credit, discusses his over 10 years of SFNet involvement to where he is today, as well as his goals as SFNet’s incoming president, which include creating a larger and more inclusive community to benefit its members and accelerate access to those in need of capital.

  • Navigating Cybersecurity Challenges in the Lending Industry
    Oct 14, 2024
    Attorneys from Mandelbaum Barrett PC explore how the rising cyber threats and stringent regulations facing lenders and the essential strategies for developing robust cybersecurity programs, safeguarding data, and maintaining regulatory compliance in a rapidly changing landscape.
  • TSL1123_BarryBobrow SFNet 2024 President Barry Bobrow Reflects on a Successful Year
    Oct 2, 2024
    Bobrow discusses the highlights of his tenure as president of SFNet, challenges and opportunities faced, and advice for incoming SFNet President, Rob Meyers.
  • morse, david Taking Security in Cross-Border Lending: (How Do You Know) the Steps to Take or Whose Law Is It Anyway?
    Sep 26, 2024
    Navigating cross-border secured financing presents a complex challenge, where choice of law and conflict of law rules create an intricate maze. Unlike straightforward domestic transactions under the Uniform Commercial Code, international financing demands careful scrutiny of diverse jurisdictions’ laws. David Morse of Otterbourg P.C. explores the practical steps lenders must take to secure rights over assets like inventory and receivables across multiple countries to ensure the lender has the benefit of such security. Part 2 of this article will appear in the November/December issue.
  • The Evolution and Impact of Factoring Services Amidst Global Supply Chain Disruptions
    Sep 23, 2024
    In recent years, global supply chains have faced unprecedented challenges, from pandemic-induced disruptions to geopolitical tensions and economic uncertainties. As businesses grapple with these issues, factoring has emerged as a critical solution for managing cash flow and mitigating risks. SFNet members provide insight into how factoring has evolved, its impact on the supply chain, and real-world examples of its effectiveness.
  • An Interview with SFNet’s Co-General Counsels: Bobbi Acord Noland and Jonathan Helfat
    Sep 17, 2024
    In the ever-evolving landscape of secured finance, few roles are as pivotal as that of general counsel for a major industry trade association. For Bobbi Acord Noland and Jon Helfat, this role at the Secured Finance Network (SFNet) has been a journey of leadership, challenge, and growth.
  • Michele Ocejo Unlock the Future of Supply Chain Finance: Join SFNet’s December Conference for Key Insights and Networking
    Nov 20, 2024
    On December 3, SFNet will host its first Supply Chain Finance Conference, at Greenberg Traurig in New York City. Industry leaders and experts will converge to explore the latest trends and insights in supply chain finance. This full-day event will provide invaluable knowledge and networking opportunities, featuring a diverse range of sessions designed to deepen your understanding of the supply chain finance ecosystem.
  • LauraJ_GoldbergKohn Public Data in Cross-Border Lending
    Sep 2, 2024
    Data and precedent play a key role in your ability to structure, negotiate and document lending transactions. In cross-border deals, access to this data is especially essential and can be more challenging to locate. Laura Jakubowski of Goldberg Kohn provides the information you need to arm yourself with vital information. 
  • CharliePerer_2023 headshot_150 Succession: ABL Industry Needs a Plan
    The ABL industry is struggling with succession challenges. Founders are synonymous with their firms, yet many lack succession plans despite good health and changing industry dynamics. The generational shift demands innovation and client-centric approaches. Planning and communication are crucial. Unlike TV drama, ABL leaders must ensure smooth transitions to secure their legacies and firms’ futures amidst industry upheaval.
  • Factoring Industry Remains Resilient Amid Economic Shifts
    Aug 12, 2024
    The U.S. economy wrapped up 2023 on a robust note, buoyed by resilient consumer spending and a solid labor market. 

Click on the link below to meet some of the “difference makers” in the secured finance community. This issue of The Secured Lender celebrates those who are having a profound impact on both their communities and their organizations. 

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Previous TSL Articles

  • Mastering the Art of Communication: Strategies for Building Stronger Business Relationships
    Mar 24, 2025
    In an era when technology and business move faster than ever, mastering communication is key to professional success. SFNet’s webinar, “The Art of Communication,” held March 4, brought together secured finance industry professionals at various career stages to discuss the evolving communication landscape in 2025. Panelists explored best practices for balancing technology with human connection, choosing the right mode of communication for different scenarios, and improving overall efficiency and productivity.
  • Recognizing Excellence: Women in Secured Finance Profiles
    Mar 19, 2025
    In our annual Women in Secured Finance issue of The Secured Lender we recognize and celebrate more than 40 remarkable women in the secured finance industry.
  • TSLExpres_BobSeidenberger Selling with Experience: Bob Seidenberger on His New Role at Franklin Capital and Market Outlook
    Mar 13, 2025

    With almost 40 years in commercial finance, including recent roles at Bridgeport Capital and Bay View Funding, and a strong commitment to helping businesses secure working capital, Seidenberger brings substantial industry knowledge to Franklin Capital’s senior team. Here we sat down with Seidenberger to learn more about his new role at Franklin Capital and his predictions for the industry this year.

     

     

  • Cheryl Mayo - Haversine Funding Key Takeaways from SFNet’s Asset-Based Capital Conference
    Feb 27, 2025

    SFNet's Asset-Based Capital Conference was held February 11-12, 2025, at the Wynn in Las Vegas, NV. Now in its 17th year, it is the premier event for those in the middle-market leveraged finance and asset-based finance world. Attendees walked away with up-to-date market insights from industry leaders, with panels ranging from the current state of the economy and industry, while benefitting from networking opportunities with key decision makers. Here, conference attendee Cheryl Mayo of Haversine Funding shares some of the key conference takeaways.

  • Top Gun: Maverick and a New Generation of Lenders
    Feb 24, 2025
    There is a generational change going on in the BDO role with more NextGen BDOs getting promoted and doing the job in their own way while at the same time still learning from the “Maverick” BDOs who pioneered the role.
  • Vincent Roldan Interview with Vincent Roldan, Member of SFNet’s Inclusiveness Committee
    Feb 24, 2025
    Vincent J. Roldan is a Partner in Mandelbaum Barrett PC's Bankruptcy and Creditors Rights, and Banking and Financial Services groups. He has represented parties in interest in various aspects of bankruptcy proceedings and out of court workouts across the U.S. Here we spotlight Vincent as a member of SFNet's Inclusiveness Committee.
  • Lon Goldstein photo President Trump's Executive Orders Impact Financial Regulation and the Broader Economy
    Feb 20, 2025
    President Trump's recent executive orders are reshaping the landscape for financial services through significant changes to financial regulation, trade policy, and digital assets. At SFNet's Asset-Based Capital Conference in Las Vegas last week, industry leaders and policy experts gathered to analyze these changes and their implications for the lending market.
  • Sameer Kapoor - Parker, Hudson, Rainer & Dobbs Interview with Sameer Kapoor, Member of SFNet’s Inclusiveness Committee
    Jan 27, 2025

    Sameer Kapoor is a seasoned Bankruptcy, Restructuring & Creditor Rights partner at Parker, Hudson, Rainer & Dobbs LLP, who provides legal support and advice to clients in defaulted loan workouts, various types of creditors’ rights litigation matters, and bankruptcy cases. Sameer’s client-first approach focuses on providing practical legal advice that efficiently and effectively mitigates the various types of risk faced by lenders.

  • Jennifer B. Wallace, Wells Fargo Commercial Finance Jennifer Wallace, Chair of SFNet’s 40 Under 40 Awards, Encourages Members to Nominate Rising Stars
    Jan 13, 2025

    Nominations for the 2025 SFNet 40 Under 40 Awards are open until Feb. 1. The Awards celebrate the secured finance industry’s rising stars. The SFNet 40 Under 40 Awards Committee Chair is Jennifer Wallace, loan portfolio manager, Wells Fargo Commercial Capital – Lender Finance. Here, we speak with Jennifer who shares her insights as a former winner on why SFNet members should consider nominating a rising star this year.

  • Kristin Maxwell Headshot Interview with Kristin Maxwell, Member of SFNet’s Inclusiveness Committee
    Jan 7, 2025

    Throughout her career, Kristin has consulted with working capital providers to identify and resolve business challenges by leveraging technology. At Wells Fargo, her areas of focus include legacy application modernization, process improvement, automation, and simplifying tech stacks. 

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