The Credit Clubhouse
The Credit Clubhouse
Podcast Description
Welcome to The Credit Clubhouse — where the world of structured credit, direct lending, asset-based finance, and fund finance meets sharp insights and even sharper wit. Hosted by Todd Anderson, DealCatalyst’s Head of Content, this podcast dives deep into the complex world of alternative finance with a dash of humor and a lot of know-how. Whether you're a seasoned professional or just looking to sound smarter at your next industry event, Todd and his guests will break down the jargon and unpack the trends shaping the future of credit markets — one episode at a time. Grab your headphones; the deals are in the details!
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Content Themes
The podcast dives into topics such as structured credit, direct lending, asset-based finance, and fund finance. Each episode explores current events and trends impacting credit markets, with examples including discussions on macroeconomic factors like Federal Reserve meetings, tariff impacts, inflation, and the growth of private credit.

Welcome to The Credit Clubhouse — where the world of structured credit, direct lending, asset-based finance, and fund finance meets sharp insights and even sharper wit. Hosted by Todd Anderson, DealCatalyst’s Head of Content, this podcast dives deep into the complex world of alternative finance with a dash of humor and a lot of know-how. Whether you’re a seasoned professional or just looking to sound smarter at your next industry event, Todd and his guests will break down the jargon and unpack the trends shaping the future of credit markets — one episode at a time. Grab your headphones; the deals are in the details!
00:00 – The Rapid Growth of Fund Finance as a Permanent Asset Class
02:34 – From Niche Product to Permanent Asset Class: A Decade of Change
04:58 – Founding Hark Capital: Solving Post-GFC Equity Problems in the Lower Middle Market
08:06 – Navigating 'Bad Press': How NAV Lending Gained LP Acceptance and Clarity
12:15 – Excitement and Concerns: The Future Landscape of Fund Finance
16:33 – Exploring Underdeveloped Niches and Creative Structural Innovations in Fund Finance
22:45 – The Leap of Faith: Lessons Learned from an Entrepreneurial Journey
26:28 – From AI Poetry to Market Forecasts: Doug's Personal Reflections and 2024 Prediction
Doug Cruikshank, Managing Partner & Founder, Hark Capital – https://www.linkedin.com/in/doug-cruikshank-hark/
Todd Anderson, Head of Content & Programming, DealCatalyst – https://www.linkedin.com/in/toddanderson19/

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