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Cencor Capital, LLC

13 Total Closed Deals Actively Sourcing Deals
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Originally established in 1992, Rosemont, IL (Chicago suburb) based Cencor Capital, LLC is an independent equipment leasing company. Our principal focus is to provide equipment-based leasing or financing to US based private and public companies acquiring a variety of capital equipment as well as secured term loans used as part of an acquisition strategy. Funding for receivables/inventory and real estate is outside of our focus. Transaction size is $500K to $15M+ and may include both new and ‘in-place’ equipment. A variety of capital leases, operating FMV leases, loans as…

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  • Nov 2025 Provided debt financing to Cannabis Manufacturing Co
  • Nov 2024 Provided debt financing to Hospital
  • May 2024 Provided debt financing to Drug Discovery / Pharmaceutical Co
  • Aug 2021 Provided debt financing to Hospital

Whitehorse Capital Management, LLC

10 Total Closed Deals Actively Sourcing Deals
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Whitehorse Capital Management is the $12BN direct lending arm of H.I.G. Capital. Whitehorse provides debt financing to performing middle market companies in the U.S. and Canada. Our firm has a broad investment mandate to provide senior, subordinated, and unitranche debt for refinancings, growth capital, acquisitions, buyouts, and balance sheet recapitalizations. Whitehorse can underwrite up to $250MM per transaction and is industry agnostic in nature.

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  • Jun 2023 Invested in ZS Fund L.P.
  • May 2023 Acquired Abry Partners
  • Apr 2023 Acquired Symphony Technology Group
  • Feb 2023 Acquired Trivest Partners and Shoreline

Monroe Capital LLC

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Monroe Capital is a private credit asset management firm specializing in direct lending and opportunistic private credit investing. Since 2004, the firm has provided private credit solutions to borrowers in the U.S. and Canada. Monroe’s middle market lending platform provides senior and junior debt financing to businesses, special situation borrowers, and private equity sponsors. Investment types include unitranche financings; cash flow, asset based and enterprise value based loans; and equity co-investments. Monroe is committed to being a value-added and user-friendly partner to business…

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Jarret Callahan

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I’m an accredited individual investor and senior operations executive with 15+ years in medical device and consumer goods manufacturing. I'm focused on minority co-investment opportunities and value creation through operational improvement, post-close integration, and strategic scale-up. I’m especially interested in industrial and healthcare businesses under $5M EBITDA in the Midwest.

Recent Transactions

This member has no reported closed transactions.

LQD Business Finance

20 Total Closed Deals
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LQD Business Finance is a direct lender that provides structured, transparent, and affordable business loans of $250K-$5M with it's proprietary underwriting and risk management software, LQD Matrix. While capitalizing on the inadequacies of existing lenders, we are able to design a business loan product that exceeds the limitations of the current small business lending market, and are able to deliver the only structured loan available to small businesses through a quick and convenient process. Additionally, because of our ability to lend higher principal amounts with lower rates and longer…

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  • Feb 2018 Provided debt financing to Retail Distributors Company
  • Feb 2018 Provided debt financing to Specialized Consumer Services Company
  • Jan 2018 Provided debt financing to Specialized Consumer Services Company
  • Dec 2017 Provided debt financing to Health Care Services Company

Gibraltar Business Capital

1 Total Closed Deal
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Based in Chicago, Gibraltar Business Capital is a subsidiary of Gibraltar Capital Holdings, a long-standing, well-capitalized national small-business lender serving companies in the lower middle market. We handle loan structures ranging from traditional, non-bank asset based lending supported by accounts receivable and inventory, to factoring lines of credit using accounts receivable, to Chapter 11 financing or post-bankruptcy funding. Our market-leading small-business loan solutions, backed by long-term investments from Southern California’s CCCC Growth Fund and Dallas-based Satori…

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  • Mar 2016 Provided debt financing to KACO

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UBS O'Connor LLC

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O'Connor is dedicated to absolute return investment management and manages USD 5.7 billion (as of 1 September 2015) in non-traditional strategies through its Global Long/Short Equities, Credit Long/Short, Merger Arbitrage and Convertible Securities programs. O'Connor has a global trading platform with offices located in Chicago, London, New York, Hong Kong, Singapore and Tokyo.

Recent Transactions

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Byline Bank

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Byline Bank is a full-service commercial bank with nearly $6.5 billion in assets, serving small businesses, mid-market companies, and consumers.Operating over 50 branch locations throughout the Chicago and Milwaukee metro areas, Byline’s been a community partner in its neighborhoods for over 100 years.In addition to being the #2 SBA lender in the nation, Byline offers a competitive range of commercial lending products backed by experts with decades of experience in the industry.

Recent Transactions

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NXT Capital

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As a structured finance leader with more than $6 billion in funding capacity, NXT Capital Equipment Finance specializes in providing significant financings (up to $40MM) to help companies with elevated leverage profiles acquire the mission critical equipment they need to grow. NXT Capital is an independent commercial finance company created by the former leaders of Merrill Lynch Capital and Heller Financial.

Recent Transactions

This member has no reported closed transactions.

Frequently Asked Questions

How are Senior Lenders in this directory ordered?

Firms in the Chicago Senior Lenders directory are ordered based on recent deal activity on Axial. The default order reflects observed market signals rather than a subjective ranking of firm quality.

What information is included in each Senior Lender profile?

Each profile provides information about the firm’s areas of focus, transaction criteria, and relevant activity on Axial’s M&A platform. Together, these details provide a clearer view of where a firm is active and the types of companies and opportunities most relevant for it.

How important is location when evaluating Senior Lenders?

Location can be an important consideration, but it does not necessarily define where a firm is active. Firms based in Chicago may bring regional knowledge, local relationships, and experience with businesses in the area, while many also pursue opportunities across a broader geographic footprint. Geography is best considered alongside sector focus, company size, and relevant transaction activity.

Do all Senior Lenders in this directory operate exclusively in Chicago?

Not necessarily. A firm’s location does not always define its geographic reach. Many Senior Lenders based in Chicago are active across multiple regions, while firms based elsewhere may also participate in the Chicago market. Location can provide useful context, but it should not be interpreted as a firm’s geographic boundary.

How do I compare Senior Lenders in Chicago?

When comparing Senior Lenders in Chicago, consider factors such as sector focus, size range, and recent transaction activity. These characteristics vary across the 9 firms included in the directory and can help identify firms that align with your needs.

How do I connect with Chicago Senior Lenders?

Axial can help you identify and connect with firms based on your objectives and what you are looking to accomplish. The process varies depending on your role and transaction needs. If you are interested in connecting with firms in the Chicago Senior Lenders directory, you can request information here.

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