Archway Launches with a Fresh Approach to Middle Market Lending and $500 Million Capital Commitment

Atlanta, GA – [September 9, 2025] – Archway announced today its launch as a new private credit firm focused on delivering creative asset-based loan (ABL) and lender finance solutions to middle-market companies. Backed by $500 million in committed capital, Archway provides tailored lending solutions ranging from $10 million to $50 million, with the ability to commit larger amounts for select transactions. 

Led by Founder and CEO Andrew S. McGhee and a team of seasoned industry veterans, Archway is built to deliver comprehensive capital solutions for growth, buyouts, refinancing, and turnarounds - with speed, responsiveness, creativity, and partnership at the core. The firm serves businesses in the traditional ABL sectors of manufacturing, services, distribution, and retail, as well as serving fifteen different financial services sectors.

“At Archway, we start with your vision, not just your balance sheet,” said Andrew S. McGhee, CEO and Founder. “We’ve built a firm where creativity meets execution, and where our clients can expect speed, transparency, and a true partnership at every stage of their journey.”

The founding team includes:

·        Andrew S. McGhee, CEO & Founder – Over thirty years of leadership in commercial finance, private equity, and asset-based lending. Former Founder of AloStar Bank of Commerce.

·        Neal Mulford, Chief Risk Officer – Over thirty years of expertise in asset-based lending, mezzanine finance, and credit risk management, with leadership roles at AloStar, CIT, Regions Bank, Legacy Capital, and White Oak.

·        Mark Kassis, Chief Credit Officer – Over thirty years in commercial and specialty finance, structuring complex transactions in equipment finance, project finance, and receivables finance.

·        David Phillips, Executive Managing Director – More than three decades of experience in commercial and specialty finance, crafting comprehensive solutions to multi-faceted transactions in the middle market.

·        Janet Riccard, Head of Operations – An accomplished commercial lending operations manager with over twenty-five years of experience, including collateral management, loan accounting, and treasury operations.

Headquartered in Atlanta, GA, Archway is positioned to serve middle-market companies nationwide, leveraging every asset – not just traditional collateral – to unlock capital and fuel growth.

Archway’s philosophy is rooted in three pillars:

1.     Creativity Unleashed – Innovative structures that fully leverage a company’s assets

2.     One-Stop Capital – Full-spectrum financing from growth capital to turnarounds

3.     True Partnership – Alignment with client strategies to drive sustainable success

Archway is backed by BharCap Partners (“BharCap”), a private investment firm focused on the financial services sector, in partnership with Delaware Life Insurance Company, a subsidiary of Group 1001. BharCap partners with exceptional management teams to build differentiated financial services companies, leveraging deep industry expertise and a collaborative approach to growth.

Performance Trust Capital Partners, LLC, served as the exclusive financial advisor to Archway. Holland & Knight provided legal counsel to Archway. Greenberg Traurig provided legal counsel to BharCap.

About Archway

Archway is a national private credit firm providing $10 to $50 million in tailored capital solutions to middle-market companies. With decades of combined leadership in asset-based lending, private equity, and specialty finance, Archway delivers speed, flexibility, and creativity – backed by a commitment to partnership and results. For more information, visit www.meetthearchwayteam.com.

About BharCap Partners
BharCap Partners invests in businesses across the financial services industry, including specialty finance, wealth and asset management, insurance distribution and insurance services, financial technology and tech-enabled financial services, and tax, accounting, and advisory services. BharCap manages over $2 billion of capital. For more information, please visit https://www.bharcap.com.

About Group 1001

Group 1001 Insurance Holdings, LLC (“Group 1001 Insurance” or “Group 1001”) is a collective that empowers companies to create positive growth. Our insurance and annuities are easy to understand and accessible to all. Our online investing platform gives individuals control over their savings. Our technology and innovation help companies succeed. And our strategic partnerships bring people together through education and sports.

As of March 31, 2025, Group 1001 had more than 1,500 employees and combined assets under management of approximately $68.5 billion, and currently provides over 496,000 active annuity contracts and life insurance policies. It comprises the following brands: Delaware Life, Gainbridge®, Clear Spring Life and Annuity Company, Clear Spring Property and Casualty Group, Clear Spring Health, and the RVI Group, among others.

About Delaware Life Insurance Company

Delaware Life is a life insurance and annuity company that empowers financial professionals with a wide array of customizable solutions. A subsidiary of Group 1001, we were born out of the advisor industry, and we understand how important it is to find the right fit for every client, every situation, and every individual need. We’re passionate about equipping you with annuities that give your customers peace of mind and a successful future—allowing them to plan with confidence for whatever’s next.

Media Contact (Archway):
Lisa Schuck
lisa@syncdstrategies.com
205.492.7821

Media Contact (BharCap Partners):

Delia Cannan / Pamela Greene

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