Raising the Sails: The Future Leaders of Secured Finance

November 11, 2026
2:50 pm - 3:50 pm
Great Lakes A


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Raising the Sails: The Future Leaders of Secured Finance

The next generation of secured finance professionals is entering a market defined by speed, complexity, and change. This session will explore how rising leaders are building influence, developing technical depth, and redefining leadership in the credit room. As we celebrate the 10th anniversary of the SFNet 40 Under 40 Awards, we bring together panelists from the inaugural class and current class to discuss:

  • Top industry headlines in 2016 vs. 2026
  • What changed in 10 years and what still matters
  • Standing out in a changing industry

Moderator
Jacob McCarthy, Director, Appraisals and Valuation Services, Rouse Services LLC

Panelists
William Bence, Managing Director, Wingspire Capital
Miin Chen, COO, Siena Lending Group
Nicolette (Nikki) Cohen, Associate, Buchalter
Ryan Gray, Director, BMO Bank N.A.

This session is eligible for:
1.2 CPE Credits


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