Siena Lending Group LLC (“Siena”), a leading provider of asset-based credit solutions, served as Administrative and Co-Collateral Agent on a $175 million senior secured credit facility (the "Facility") for Phillips Pet Food and Supplies ("Phillips" or the "Company"), supporting the refinancing of existing debt and the acquisition of assets from Central Garden & Pet Company. Siena Lending Group LLC will be holding $105 Million of the Facility.

Abry Private Debt, the private credit strategy of Abry Partners, today announced the closing of its acquisition of a $330 million diversified private credit portfolio. Abry partnered with Coller Capital, a leading secondaries platform, to complete this transaction.

Travel + Leisure Co. (NYSE:TNL) (the “Company”) announced today that it has launched a private offering (the “Offering”) of $900 million aggregate principal amount of senior secured notes due 2031 (the “Notes”), subject to customary and market conditions.

Baker Garrington announced it has provided a facility for a rapidly growing oilfield services company out of Dickinson, North Dakota. The company was looking for a better way to keep up with increasing demand and the pace of new opportunities coming in. As operations expanded, so did the need for consistent cash flow to support crews, equipment, and ongoing projects.

Encina Private Credit, LLC (“EPC”) is pleased to announce that it has served as Term Loan lender for a management-owned company operating in the datacenter critical components manufacturing space. EPC’s $50 million first out commitment as part of a $100 million senior secured credit facility will be used to buy out a minority equity holder as part of an equity recapitalization.

Culain Capital Funding, LLC (“Culain Capital”) announced the closing and funding of a $5,000,000 accounts receivable and inventory financing facility for a rapidly growing U.S.-based frozen food company specializing in premium fruit and vegetable products sourced from farms across the United States.

Assembled Brands is pleased to announce the closing of a new senior credit facility for STEPR, the pioneer of the compact, connected stair climber. This partnership provides the strategic funding required to support the brand’s transition from a high-growth digital disruptor to a dominant omnichannel powerhouse.

First Bank is pleased to announce that Carmen Caporrino has joined the bank as Senior Vice President, Relationship Manager within its Asset-Based Lending group reporting to Donna Calderaro, Senior Vice President and Market Executive. Carmen brings more than 40 years of banking experience, with deep expertise in asset-based lending, portfolio management, and credit risk.

Rosenthal Capital Group (RCG), the leading private commercial finance firm in the United States, today announced that Nicholas Maggio has joined as Senior Vice President and Portfolio Manager for CPG+, RCG’s division focused on providing non-dilutive growth capital solutions for leading consumer brands.

Kolibri Global Energy Inc. (the “Company” or “KGEI”) (TSX: KEI, NASDAQ: KGEI) is pleased to announce that the Borrowing Base of its indirect wholly owned subsidiary Kolibri Energy US Inc. was increased from US$65 million to US$75 million on its revolving line of credit (“Credit Facility”) which is held by a bank syndicate led by BOK Financial (“BOKF”) and includes Arvest Bank (“Arvest”). The current outstanding amount drawn on the Credit Facility is approximately US$44 million.

Amerisource Business Capital announced the closing and funding of a $2,000,000 working capital facility for a Texas-based provider of maintenance and repair services for industrial equipment. The company required additional working capital to support its continued growth initiatives; however, its bank partner was unable to provide the increased line of credit.

Marathon Asset Management (“Marathon”), a leading global asset manager that invests across Private and Public Credit, announced today that Alex Howell has been promoted to Partner. Mr. Howell leads Marathon’s European Credit business and serves as a member of the firm’s Investment Committee.

Eastern Bank today announced a key leadership update within its Commercial Lending Team. Senior Vice President Yongmei Chen has been promoted to Commercial Group Director of Community Development Lending. She succeeds Pamela Feingold, who served in the role until her passing on March 16, 2026.

Shipper spending rose sharply in the first quarter of 2026 as tightening capacity and a surge in diesel fuel prices pushed freight costs significantly higher, even as shipment volumes remained largely flat, according to the latest U.S. Bank Freight Payment Index.

Lambda, the Superintelligence Cloud, today announced the closing of a $1 billion syndicated senior secured credit facility. The financing upsizes Lambda's existing credit facility, originally established at $275 million in August 2025, reflecting the continued confidence in Lambda's growth trajectory, technical leadership, and track record of operating gigawatt-scale AI factories.

Baker Garrington announced it has provided a factoring facility to a growing mechanical services and welding company based in Florida. The company supports large-scale water treatment projects, and the $250,000 facility was designed to help support its day-to-day operations. With strong demand and the right structure in place, this is a relationship designed to scale alongside their business as new opportunities come in.

First Business Bank welcomes Brian Cohen as Vice President – Accounts Receivable Financing to First Business Specialty Finance, LLC, a subsidiary of First Business Bank. Based in California, Brian Cohen brings more than 20 years of experience across receivables financing, factoring, asset-based lending, and

Polsinelli is pleased to announce that Sean R. Crain has joined the firm as a shareholder in its Commercial Litigation Practice in Dallas. His arrival continues the firm’s expansion of the practice following the recent addition of Shareholder Joseph (Joe) R. Delehanty in Chicago.

Cutting costs remains finance leaders’ top priority, but growth has moved sharply higher on the agenda, according to the latest . The results of this research are based on a survey conducted between March 19 and April 14, 2026, of 1,000 senior finance leaders. The respondents work at U.S. businesses with at least $100 million in annual revenue, and 30% work for a business that generates at least $2 billion.

Bain Capital today announced that its Private Credit Group acted as sole lender and administrative agent for a $225 million senior credit facility to Kids2, a global platform company that designs holistic solutions to help early-stage parents and families. The financing will support Kids2’s continued growth and global expansion.