2025 Sponsors

ATLAS SP Partners is a global investment firm that seeks to provide stable funding and capital markets services to companies seeking innovating and bespoke structured credit and asset-backed finance solutions. We're proud to build upon a legacy of excellence anchored in deep expertise and client service across the asset management landscape.

Bank of America is one of the world’s leading financial institutions, serving individual consumers, small and middle-market businesses and large corporations with a full range of banking, investing, asset management and other financial and risk management products and services. The company provides unmatched convenience in the United States, serving approximately 69 million consumer and small business clients with approximately 3,700 retail financial centers, approximately 15,000 ATMs (automated teller machines) and award-winning digital banking with approximately 59 million verified digital users. Bank of America is a global leader in wealth management, corporate and investment banking and trading across a broad range of asset classes, serving corporations, governments, institutions and individuals around the world. Bank of America offers industry-leading support to approximately 4 million small business households through a suite of innovative, easy-to-use online products and services. The company serves clients through operations across the United States, its territories and more than 35 countries. Bank of America Corporation stock is listed on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE: BAC).

BMO Capital Markets is a leading, full-service North American-based financial services provider offering equity and debt underwriting, corporate lending and project financing, merger and acquisitions advisory services, securitization, treasury management, market risk management, debt and equity research and institutional sales and trading. BMO Capital Markets has over 2,700 professionals in 30+ locations around the world, including 20 offices in North America. BMO Capital Markets is a member of BMO Financial Group (NYSE, TSX: BMO), one of the largest diversified financial services providers in North America with US$1.0 trillion total assets and approximately 54,000 employees as of January 31, 2025.

Cantor, a premier global investment bank, is a part of the Cantor Fitzgerald group of companies. Founded in 1945, Cantor delivers unparalleled sector expertise, innovative products, and tailored solutions across a broad range of financial services, including investment banking, capital markets, fixed income and equities sales and trading, prime services, research, and asset management. Headquartered in New York, the firm has more than 60 office locations worldwide.

The Capital One Financial Institutions Group develops innovative credit and financial solutions to clients in the financial sector, including asset managers, commercial and consumer finance companies and captive finance affiliates. We provide financing for a range of asset classes, from asset-based lending and factoring to secured business credit, leveraged lending, consumer finance, residential mortgage finance and more. Our capabilities extend beyond lending, to provide a full range of customized banking, treasury management and corporate card services to help alternative lenders manage their cash, credit, liquidity and other assets more efficiently and effectively. And our specialists have the experience and skill to structure tailored solutions for securitization, equity underwriting and corporate bond offerings. We can also leverage the capital markets to structure financing and hedging solutions through public finance, derivatives, foreign exchange and loan syndications. Capital One offers a combination of seasoned expertise, the balance sheet strength of a Top U.S. Commercial Bank1 and a commitment to offering the financing solution that’s right for our clients’ needs. 1 Ranks as of 3/31/2025. Based upon Insured U.S.-Chartered Commercial Banks that have consolidated assets of $300M or more, ranked by consolidated assets; Source: Federal ReserveBanking products and services are offered by Capital One, N.A., Member FDIC. Securities products and services are offered through Capital One Securities, Inc., a non-bank affiliate of Capital One, N.A., a wholly owned subsidiary of Capital One Financial Corporation and member of FINRA/SIPC. Securities products and services offered or recommended are not insured by the FDIC, not bank guaranteed, not a deposit or obligation of Capital One, and may lose value.

Deutsche Bank provides retail and private banking, corporate and transaction banking, lending, asset and wealth management products and services as well as focused investment banking to private individuals, small and medium-sized companies, corporations, governments and institutional investors. Deutsche Bank is the leading bank in Germany with strong European roots and a global network.

East West Bank (NASDAQ: EWBC), founded in 1973 in Los Angeles, is a top-performing full-service commercial bank serving individuals, small businesses and global corporations. Ranked America’s best-performing bank for three consecutive years by Bank Director, East West provides deposit services, foreign exchange and wealth management along with lending solutions, such as working capital lines, trade finance, letters of credit, asset-based lending, equipment financing, project finance and syndicated loans. As a U.S. Small Business Administration Preferred Lender, the Bank is dedicated to expanding access to capital and advancing economic opportunity.

Goldman Sachs is a leading global financial institution that delivers a broad range of financial services to a large and diversified client base that includes corporations, financial institutions, governments and individuals. Founded in 1869, the firm is headquartered in New York and maintains offices in all major financial centers around the world.

Guggenheim Securities is the investment banking and capital markets business of Guggenheim Partners, a global investment and advisory firm. Guggenheim Securities offers services that fall into four broad categories: Advisory, Financing, Sales and Trading, and Research. Guggenheim Securities is headquartered in New York, with additional offices in Chicago, Boston, Atlanta, San Francisco, and Houston. For more information, please contact us at GSinfo@GuggenheimPartners.com or 212.518.9200.

J.P. Morgan’s Commercial & Investment Bank is a global leader in banking, payments, markets and securities services. Start-ups, companies, governments and institutions entrust us with their business in more than 100 countries worldwide. With $35.3 trillion of assets under custody and $1.01 trillion in deposits, the Commercial & Investment Bank provides strategic advice, raises capital, manages risk, offers payment solutions, safeguards assets and extends liquidity in global markets. We service millions of customers, predominantly in the U.S., and many of the world’s most prominent corporate, institutional and government clients globally. Through continued investments, business initiatives and philanthropic commitments, we aim to help our employees, customers, clients and communities grow and thrive. Further information about J.P. Morgan is available at www.jpmorgan.com.

Jefferies (NYSE: JEF) is a leading global, full-service investment banking and capital markets firm that provides advisory, sales and trading, research and wealth and asset management services. With more than 47 offices in 21 countries around the world, we offer insights and expertise to investors, companies and governments.

In a world shaped by increasingly interconnected risks, Moody’s data, insights, and innovative technologies help customers develop a holistic view of their world and unlock opportunities. With a rich history of experience in global markets and a diverse workforce in more than 40 countries, Moody’s gives customers the comprehensive perspective needed to act with confidence and thrive.

Morgan Stanley (NYSE: MS) is a leading global financial services firm providing a wide range of investment banking, securities, wealth management and investment management services. With offices in 42 countries, the firm’s employees serve clients worldwide including corporations, governments, institutions and individuals. For further information about Morgan Stanley, please visit www.morganstanley.com.

Morningstar DBRS is a leading provider of independent rating services and opinions for corporate and sovereign entities, financial institutions, and project and structured finance instruments globally. Rating more than 4,000 issuers and 60,000 securities, it is one of the top four credit rating agencies in the world. Morningstar DBRS empowers investor success by bringing more transparency and a much-needed diversity of opinion in the credit rating industry. Market innovators choose to work with us because of our agility, tech-forward approach, and exceptional customer service. Morningstar DBRS is the next generation of credit ratings. To learn more, visit dbrs.morningstar.com.

About MUFG and MUFG AmericasMitsubishi UFJ Financial Group, Inc. (MUFG) is one of the world’s leading financial groups. Headquartered in Tokyo and with over 360 years of history, MUFG has a global network with approximately 2,000 locations in more than 40 countries. The Group has about 140,000 employees and offers services including commercial banking, trust banking, securities, credit cards, consumer finance, asset management, and leasing. The Group aims to be “the world’s most trusted financial group” through close collaboration among our operating companies and flexibly respond to all the financial needs of our customers, serving society, and fostering shared and sustainable growth for a better world. MUFG’s shares trade on the Tokyo, Nagoya, and New York stock exchanges. MUFG’s Americas operations, including its offices in the U.S., Latin America, and Canada, are primarily organized under MUFG Bank, Ltd. and subsidiaries, and are focused on Global Corporate and Investment Banking, Japanese Corporate Banking, and Global Markets. MUFG is one of the largest foreign banking organizations in the Americas. For locations, banking capabilities and services, career opportunities, and more, visit www.mufgamericas.com.

Nomura is a financial services group with an integrated global network. By connecting markets East & West, Nomura services the needs of individuals, institutions, corporates and governments through its four business divisions: Wealth Management, Investment Management, Wholesale (Global Markets and Investment Banking), and Banking. Founded in 1925, the firm is built on a tradition of disciplined entrepreneurship, serving clients with creative solutions and considered thought leadership. For further information about Nomura, visit www.nomura.com.

The most significant corporations, institutional investors, asset managers, private equity firms, and governments around the globe recognize RBC Capital Markets as an innovative, trusted partner with an in-depth expertise in capital markets, banking, and finance. We are well-established in the largest, most mature capital markets across North America, Europe, and the Asia Pacific region, which collectively encompasses 80% of the global investment banking fee pool. We are part of Royal Bank of Canada (RBC), a leading, diversified provider of financial services and one of the strongest banks globally. Founded in 1864, RBC is the 10th largest bank globally and the 5th largest in North America, as measured by market capitalization. RBC is among a small group of highly rated global banks and is recognized time and time again for its financial strength, market leadership, and philanthropic work.

S&P Global provides essential intelligence. We enable governments, businesses and individuals with the right data, expertise and connected technology so that they can make decisions with conviction. From helping our customers assess new investments to guiding them through ESG and energy transition across supply chains, we unlock new opportunities, solve challenges and accelerate progress for the world. We are widely sought after by many of the world's leading organizations to provide credit ratings, benchmarks, analytics and workflow solutions in the global capital, commodity and automotive markets. With every one of our offerings, we help the world's leading organizations plan for tomorrow, today. For more information, visit www.spglobal.com.

Santander US Capital Markets LLC (SanCap) is the institutional broker-dealer of Santander in the United States operating under Santander Corporate & Investment Banking (Santander CIB), a Santander global division that supports corporate and institutional clients. SanCap was created by successfully combining the experienced teams of Santander Investment Securities Inc. and Amherst Pierpont Securities LLC in early 2023. The firm brings significant experience in Fixed Income, Structured Products and Equities, supported by the strength of a large international bank. The breadth of our underwriting, sales and trading and distribution capabilities, alongside strategy insights, provides an unmatched ability to meet the needs of our clients. SanCap is focused on providing solutions to our clients in areas such as Credit, Rates, Structured Products, Securities Financing, Debt & Equity Capital Markets, Exchange Traded Derivatives, and Cash Equities. We serve a wide array of institutional clients including Asset Managers, Hedge Funds, Banks and Brokerages, Pension Funds, Insurance Companies, and Corporations. SanCap is a self-clearing member of the Fixed Income Clearing Corporation and a member of FINRA and SIPC. It continues to hold the Primary Dealer designation, which was received from the Federal Reserve Bank of New York in 2019.

SMBC Group is a top-tier global financial group. Headquartered in Tokyo and with a 400-year history,SMBC Group offers a diverse range of financial services, including banking, leasing, securities, credit cards, and consumer finance. The Group has more than 150 offices and 120,000 employees worldwide in nearly 40 countries. Sumitomo Mitsui Financial Group, Inc. (SMFG) is the holding company of SMBC Group, which is one of the three largest banking groups in Japan. SMFG’s shares trade on the Tokyo, Nagoya, and ADRs on the New York (NYSE: SMFG) stock exchanges.In the Americas, SMBC Group has a presence in the U.S., Canada, Mexico, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, and Peru. Backed by the capital strength of SMBC Group and the value of its relationships in Asia, the Group offers a range of commercial and investment banking services to its corporate, institutional, and municipal clients. It connects a diverse client base to local markets and the organization’s extensive global network. The Group’s operating companies in the Americas include Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corp. (SMBC), SMBC Americas Holdings, Inc., SMBC Nikko Securities America, Inc., SMBC Nikko Securities Canada,Ltd., SMBC Capital Markets, Inc., SMBC MANUBANK, JRI America, Inc., SMBC Leasing and Finance, Inc., Banco Sumitomo Mitsui Brasileiro S.A., and Sumitomo Mitsui Finance and Leasing Co., Ltd. (collectively, SMBC Group Americas Division). For more information, please visit www.smbcgroup.com.About SMBC Nikko Securities America, Inc.Established in 1990, SMBC Nikko Securities America, Inc. is a broker-dealer registered in the United States with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and is a member of the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA). SMBC Nikko America engages in, among other things, equity and fixed income sales and trading including repurchase and securities lending transactions, equity and debt capital markets business, private placements, and investment banking advisory services. SMBC Nikko America is a wholly owned indirect subsidiary of Sumitomo Mitsui Financial Group, Inc. (SMFG), a top-tier global banking organization headquartered in Japan. In the United States, SMFG conducts banking activities through a wholly owned direct subsidiary, Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation (SMBC).

Stifel Financial Corp. (NYSE: SF) is a financial services holding company headquartered in St. Louis, Missouri, that conducts its banking, securities, and financial services business through several wholly owned subsidiaries. Stifel’s broker-dealer clients are served in the United States through Stifel, Nicolaus & Company, Incorporated, including its Eaton Partners business division; Keefe, Bruyette & Woods, Inc.; Miller Buckfire & Co., LLC; and Stifel Independent Advisors, LLC. The Company’s broker-dealer affiliates provide securities brokerage, investment banking, trading, investment advisory, and related financial services to individual investors, professional money managers, businesses, and municipalities. Stifel Bank and Stifel Bank & Trust offer a full range of consumer and commercial lending solutions. Stifel Trust Company, N.A. and Stifel Trust Company Delaware, N.A. offer trust and related services. To learn more about Stifel, please visit the Company’s website at www.stifel.com.

TD Securities offers a wide range of integrated capital markets products and services to corporate, government, and institutional clients who choose us for our innovation, execution, and experience.With 7,000 professionals operating out of more than 30 cities across the globe, we help clients meet their needs today and prepare for tomorrow. Our services include underwriting and distributing new issues, providing trusted advice and industry-leading insight, extending access to global markets, and delivering integrated transaction banking solutions.We are growth-oriented, people-focused, and community-minded. As a team, we work to deliver value for our clients every day.