Republic Business Credit announced it has hired Robert Meyers as its first Chief Commercial Officer. Meyers is charged with leading expansion into the Midwest, West Coast, Southwest and beyond, and providing working capital solutions across the U.S. He brings 10 years of commercial finance experience with management roles leading teams in both the Midwest and West Coast regions.
Thomas R. Fawkes of Goldstein & McClintock LLLP has been recognized as an “Up and Coming” attorney by Chambers & Partners in its 2016 Legal Rankings. In addition, Fawkes moderated a panel on “Combating Slow Paying Customers in the Challenging Year Ahead” at the National Association of Credit Management Midwest Annual Meeting in Chicago.
Concord Financial Advisors LLC is pleased to announce that Bill Farrar has recently joined the firm. Farrar has worked for more than 30 years in corporate lending new business development and has enjoyed an accomplished career in various lending roles. Farrar will be responsible for sourcing financing opportunities throughout the Midwest and will be based in Milwaukee.
Republic Business Credit announced it has hired Eric Dorner as VP-Business Development. The new appointment further strengthens the company's Midwestern presence as it expands its sales team to provide working capital solutions across the U.S.
Kavin Tedamrongwanish of Goldstein & McClintock LLLP helped make history at the 2016 NFL Draft by announcing the Minnesota Vikings 6th Round Draft Pick.
Neema T. Varghese, managing director of boutique financial advisory firm NV Consulting Services, received the 7th Annual Emerging Leader Award (previously the 40 under 40) from The M&A Advisor.
Harley J. Goldstein and Matthew E. McClintock of Goldstein & McClintock LLLP have been identified as “Recognized Practitioners” by Chambers & Partners in its 2016 Legal Rankings.
On May 25, Kevin Cleary, founder of Fort Dearborn Partners Inc., participated in the panel, “My State and City Are Broke: What Actions Should My Organization Take?” at the 2016 Windy Hill Summit, held at Navy Pier. Cleary spoke about how the state budget crisis has directly impacted not-for-profit organizations and the actions those organizations should take during times of financial crisis. The invitation to participate on the panel was extended by Ezra Jaffe, Wintrust Financial Corporation.
Huron Business Advisory was recently recognized by the Global M&A Network for the Turnaround Atlas Awards. Huron was selected in three categories: Turnaround Consulting Firm of the Year (Middle Market), Turnaround of the Year (Large Mid Markets) for Allen Systems Group chapter 11 plan of reorganization and Industrial Manufacturing Restructuring of the Year for Lee Steel reorganization and acquisition of assets by Hilco Global, Industrial and Real Estate groups.
Suzanne Koenig of SAK Management Services LLC participated on a number of panels in recent weeks including a panel titled, “What's the Best Growth Strategy for Operators?” at the 2nd Annual Interface Seniors Housing West Conference in Los Angeles, California; a panel titled, “An Apple A Day May Not Keep Bankruptcy Away--Healthcare Restructurings” at the ABI Bankruptcy Battleground West in Los Angeles, California; and she moderated a panel on “What is Healthcare Turnaround and How can your Facility Benefit,” a seminar series for nursing home professionals for the Illinois Council on Long Term Care. She also was chosen to speak for ABI’s and Bloomberg Law’s 2016 Bankruptcy & Restructuring Update in the Bloomberg Studios in NY, which assesses the market with a focus on Retail, Energy and Suzanne gave the update on Healthcare.
Thomas Fawkes and Brian Jackiw of Goldstein & McClintock LLLP gave the following presentations: “Credit Terms Pushback: Proactive and Reactionary Measures” at the NACM Midwest Annual Meeting in Milwaukee, Wisconsin; “My Customer Filed Bankruptcy: Now What?” to the NACM Heartland Steel Producers Credit Group Meeting in Rosemont; a webinar to members of NACM National on “Legal Options for Dealing with Delinquent Customers”; and “Social Media for the Credit Professional” at the NACM Midwest Annual Meeting in Omaha, Nebraska.
Goldstein & McClintock LLLP has added six new professionals in four new practice groups, and has launched new websites showcasing its specialties, including Restructuringshop.com (a direct link to the G&M’s Corporate Bankruptcy & Restructuring practice), Financelawshop.com (a direct link to the G&M’s Finance Law practice), and Goldmclaw.com (G&M’s general practice website, including its Business & Corporate Law, Commercial Litigation, Real Estate Law, Business Intelligence Law, Non-Profit Law, Labor/Employment Law, and Sports Law Practice Groups).
Republic Business Credit continues to build momentum with the addition of William Kemp, VP of Business Development. The new appointment further strengthens its Midwestern presence to provide nationwide working capital solutions to rapidly growing businesses, start-ups and companies in turnaround or recoverable distressed situations.
Accord Financial Inc. is pleased to announce Sue Duckett has joined to lead the new Chicago division, Accord Business Finance, and Micaella Cosentino has joined as Operations Manager. Duckett has been in the industry for 25 years and was previously Executive Vice President of Bibby Financial Services. Cosentino will be responsible to support the development and growth of Accord’s factoring product, providing accessible creative financial solutions to growing small and medium sized businesses.
Jenner & Block is pleased to announce that Angela Allen has made partner. Allen represents clients in complex bankruptcy and corporate restructuring matters, both in and out of court. She has extensive experience representing debtors, trustees and creditors in bankruptcy litigation matters, including fraudulent transfer claims, avoidance actions and equitable subordination claims.