BERNARD PORT

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As a career asset-based lending executive with over 50 years of experience, I have built a national reputation for structuring and managing customized credit facilities that support the growth and turnaround needs of middle-market businesses. My expertise spans asset-based lines of credit, accounts receivable and inventory financing, and collateralized loan structures across a range of industries—including manufacturing, distribution, transportation, staffing, and service sectors.

I’ve led originations, underwriting, and portfolio management for ABL platforms ranging from entrepreneurial finance companies to regional banks. Whether the client faced liquidity constraints, covenant fatigue, seasonal capital needs, or high leverage from acquisitions, I specialized in delivering creative and disciplined solutions grounded in asset performance and operational fundamentals.

Career Highlights:

• Structured and managed asset-based lending portfolios exceeding $300 million across multiple lending platforms.
• Partnered with CFOs, turnaround advisors, and private equity firms to provide transitional capital for distressed and growth-stage companies.
• Developed internal credit and field exam frameworks to improve loan performance and collateral monitoring.
• Built high-performing teams of BDOs and underwriters focused on fast, flexible execution and long-term client relationships.

With a deep understanding of collateral risk, operational cash cycles, and borrower behavior, I continue to deliver strategic financing solutions that help businesses stabilize, grow, and transform.