Spring Newsletter 2026

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Meet the 2026 New Board Members

Welcome our new board members!

Alicia Duncanson, Westfield Bank

Marion Illouz, Capital Recovery Group

Steve Crowley, CFO Consultants

Jeff Gaynor, TrueNorth Capital Partners

Recent Events

Curling & Cocktails Social

CTTMA Connections: Membership Matters!

Celebrating Successful Collaborations!

We’re proud to highlight four significant transactions recently closed in partnership between Bill McAndrew, M&T Bank and Jim Schulwolf, Shipman & Goodwin LLP, showcasing the strength of our CTTMA relationships and commitment to success:

• Renewal of a $20MM Line of Credit for a long-standing M&T client, ensuring continued financial flexibility.

• Expansion of Credit Facilities by $75MM, bringing total exposure to $110MM for a valued M&T client’s growth initiatives.

• New $28MM Line of Credit to support a new M&T client’s strategic objectives.

• New $4MM Mortgage for a prominent not-for-profit organization, reinforcing M&T’s dedication to community impact.

Bill McAndrew said: “These deals reflect the power of collaboration within CTTMA and our shared focus on delivering exceptional results for clients.” Jim Schulwolf added: Working together successfully on these deals reflects long-standing friendships and relationships nurtured during many years of TMA involvement and interaction and through which a high level of mutual trust and confidence is developed.”

CTTMA Member and Sponsor News

Congratulations to Robinson+Cole Bankruptcy + Reorganizations group co-chair Patrick Birney and partner Mark Fink for being recognized in Legal 500’s inaugural Elite City Focus – New York Banking and Finance Guide! Patrick earned a Tier 1 ranking, which reflects his exceptional legal acumen, strategic leadership, and unwavering commitment to delivering the highest level of client service. Mark received a Tier 3 ranking, which underscore his standing as a trusted advisor on complex, high-stakes structuring and finance matters.

Adam Duso, CEO of Second Wind Consultants and Jacen Dinoff, CEO of KCP Advisory and Principal with Cornerstone Business Credit were recently featured in the ABF Journal podcast "The Clean Slate: Mastering Article 9 Restructuring" Watch the episode here.

Versant Funding LLC is pleased to announce that it has funded a $1.4 Million non-recourse factoring facility to a manufacturer of equipment used by global auto companies.

While their newest client has successfully secured contracts with some of the world’s largest manufacturers, slow-paying accounts receivable are putting pressure on the company’s cash flow and preventing them from taking on new business. “In evaluating a funding opportunity, Versant focuses exclusively on the quality of our client’s accounts receivable” according to Chris Lehnes, Business Development Officer for Versant Funding, and originator of this transaction. “Since this company’s customers are among the strongest on the planet, our facility will essentially have no cap and will grow automatically as the company’s AR balances increase, providing our client the cash needed to expand.”

CTTMA New Members

Steve Crowley, CFO Consulting

Joe DiGennaro, Stream Capital Partners

Alisa Kolenovic, Webster Bank

David Lawlor, Long Hill Management/Consulting

Ryan Rolston, Katten Muchin Rosenman LLP

Join a Committee – Make an Impact

CTTMA is powered by the energy and expertise of our members — and we’re looking for passionate individuals to help shape the future of our organization.

We are actively seeking volunteers to join the following committees:

· Membership – Help us grow and engage our member base

· Programs – Play a key role in developing events and educational content

· NOW – Support initiatives that elevate and advance women in the industry

Whether you have time to give, ideas to share, or a desire to lead, we’d love to have you involved. Join us and help build a stronger, more connected CTTMA.

To learn more or express your interest, email Marie Shirley, cttma@turnaround.org

TURN YOUR PROFILE INTO OPPORTUNITY: UNLOCK MORE VALUE FROM YOUR TMA MEMBERSHIP

CTTMA's goal is to help every member get the most out of their membership. One of the simplest ways to do that? A strong, complete member profile.

When your profile is fully updated, you’re easier to find, easier to connect with, and more likely to be part of the conversations and opportunities happening across the network.

Here’s where to start:

✔ Add a professional photo—Make your profile more recognizable and approachable

✔ Include your LinkedIn profile—Help other members quickly learn more and connect

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