This roundtable will convene seasoned professionals to explore the strategic, operational, and financial evolution required for companies to access the securitization marketplace. Panelists will bring decades of experience and diverse perspectives from across the capital markets ecosystem, including issuers, lenders, investors, and advisors, to offer practical insights and candid guidance.

The discussion will center on the journey of new and emerging issuers, particularly those introducing novel asset classes, and will aim to address key questions originators often face:

• How can an issuer attract more efficient capital?
• How does an issuer become “capital markets ready?”
• What are lenders and investors looking for?
• Where can I get the best return on investment (e.g., people, technology, etc.) and how do I prioritize?
• How long can this process take?
• What are the costs and benefits?

While the path to becoming a regular issuer in the capital markets can seem daunting, this session will demonstrate that, with the right partners and a clear roadmap, it is not only achievable, but also a transformative step in a company’s growth journey.

To foster meaningful engagement, the roundtable will follow an interactive format: beginning with a moderated discussion among panelists, followed by open questions from the audience, and concluding with informal networking to continue the conversation. This structure is designed to encourage candid dialogue, practical takeaways, and valuable connections among participants navigating similar challenges.