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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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!
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00:00 – The Credit Clubhouse: Episode Introduction and Sponsor Spotlight
01:31 – Joel Holsinger Defines Asset-Based Finance at Ares
02:16 – Joel Holsinger's Core Definition of Asset-Based Finance
03:18 – Key Drivers Behind Asset-Based Finance's Institutional Embrace
06:44 – Attracting LPs: Insurance and Non-Insurance Capital in ABF
10:20 – Trade-offs Between Captive and Flexible Investment Approaches
12:57 – Good and Bad Innovations in Fund Structures and Market Risks
18:16 – Viewing Fund Finance as a Sub-Segment of Asset-Based Finance
22:15 – The Expansion of NAV Lending and Secondary Market Liquidity
26:11 – Why Markets Are More Resilient: Less Systematic Risk Today
32:09 – Joel Holsinger's Personal Journey to Promote Giving
35:31 – Ares' Initiative: Compounding Purpose Through Philanthropy
40:05 – Joel Holsinger's Sports, Hobbies, and Life Philosophy
42:28 – Market Prediction and Strong Skepticism on Cryptocurrency Value
45:29 – Thank You for Listening to The Credit Clubhouse Podcast
Joel Holsinger, Co-Head of Ares Alternative Credit, Ares Management – https://www.linkedin.com/in/joel-holsinger-0739a74/
Todd Anderson, Head of Content & Programming, DealCatalyst – https://www.linkedin.com/in/toddanderson19/
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