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Jess Larsen on six wonders of private credit
Mid-market lending will continue and will always be the core income component of a private credit portfolio.
This week, we’re pleased to welcome Jess Larsen, Founder & CEO of Briarcliffe Credit Partners – a premier placement agency exclusively focused on private credit. Briarcliffe specializes in fundraising services for established private credit strategies, helping firms navigate the evolving investment landscape. In our conversation, Jess shares his insights on what it takes to achieve a successful fundraise, highlighting the key criteria that distinguish top-performing GPs.
We also explore how investors are adapting to today’s economic uncertainty, including how LPs are adjusting their capital allocation strategies amid recession concerns. Finally, Jess introduces his concept of the “Six Wonders of Private Credit,” offering a unique perspective on the fundamental elements that drive success in this dynamic asset class.
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