The private credit market, a powerhouse of recent growth, now faces the potential headwinds of a looming distressed cycle. Rising interest rates, inflation, and macroeconomic uncertainty are placing increasing pressure on borrowers, while raising critical questions for lenders and investors alike.

Join 9fin for an exclusive, Chatham House Rules breakfast discussion with senior private credit professionals from advisory firms, law firms, and funds on May 6th from 9 – 11 a.m. ET in NYC. This event will dive into the critical issues surrounding distressed debt in the private credit space, exploring:

• How to identify key indicators of distress within private credit portfolio.
• Best practices for navigating restructurings and maximizing recovery rates.
• Potential opportunities arising from distressed situations.
• Legal and regulatory considerations while navigating the legal landscape in a distressed environment.

Seats are limited so don’t miss your opportunity to network with industry peers, share insights, and gain a deeper understanding of how firms are preparing for and responding to the anticipated distressed cycle in private credit.

Speakers:

• Michael Dieber, Partner, Co-Head of Portfolio Management, U.S. Direct Lending, Ares Management
• David M. Hillman, Partner, Global Co-Chair of the Restructuring Group and co-head of the Private Credit Restructuring Group, Proskauer
• Karn S. Chopra, Partner, Centerview Partners
• H.T. Flanagan, P.C., Debt Finance Partner, Kirkland & Ellis LLP
• Shubham Saharan, Senior Private Credit Reporter, 9fin

Event details:

• Date: May 6, 2025
• Time: 9 - 11 a.m. ET
• Location: Monterey (37 E 50th St, New York, NY 10022)