Alan George to Lead Credit Financing at Silver Point Capital
Greenwich, Conn., September 14, 2026 – Silver Point Capital, a leading firm managing over $50 billion in credit investments, has made a significant appointment in its efforts to bolster its Direct Lending operations. Alan George has been named as the Head of Credit Financing and Leverage Solutions. This newly created role is a strategic step aimed at expanding the firm’s financing capabilities and enhancing its presence in the debt capital markets.
In his new position, Alan George will focus on driving the development of innovative financing solutions and nurturing relationships within the banking and institutional debt investor sectors. His role is crucial as Silver Point adapts to the evolving landscape of credit markets and seeks to grow its Direct Lending segment.
Before joining Silver Point, Mr. George amassed nearly two decades of experience at Golub Capital, where he served as Managing Director and head of Structured Products. His achievements in that role included structuring and executing various debt financing solutions, particularly collateralized loan obligations (CLOs), which positioned Golub as a leading issuer of private credit securitizations in the industry.
Anthony DiNello, the Head of Direct Lending at Silver Point Capital, expressed enthusiasm about George’s addition to the team. He stated, “Alan brings a wealth of experience and valuable relationships that will certainly help us broaden our financing capabilities, allowing us to deepen our engagement with both banks and CLO investors. His arrival comes at a perfect time as we seek to capitalize on the momentum we’ve built within our Direct Lending strategy.”
Alan George himself acknowledged the opportunity presented by Silver Point, highlighting the firm’s strong credit-first culture and established track record. He believes that with Silver Point’s solid foundation and respected Direct Lending and CLO businesses, there is a notable opportunity for further growth as they embark on their next phase.
With Alan George at the helm of Credit Financing and Leverage Solutions, Silver Point Capital is poised to further solidify its reputation as a leader in the credit investment space. The firm’s commitment to providing tailored financing solutions will empower middle-market companies across a variety of industries in North America and Europe, as it continues to build partnerships with both private equity-backed and sponsor-less borrowers.
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www.silverpointcapital.com.
This appointment is a strategic move as Silver Point seeks to expand its portfolio and remains committed to meeting the financing needs of the market. The firm remains optimistic about the opportunities ahead under George's leadership in the dynamic landscape of credit financing.