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Performance Trust Capital Partners Expands Institutional Sales Group with the Addition of Craig Buchner

In a remarkable move aimed at bolstering its Institutional Sales group, Performance Trust Capital Partners has announced the hiring of Craig Buchner. This strategic addition significantly enhances the firm's capabilities in the fields of Collateralized Loan Obligations (CLOs) and Asset-Backed Securities (ABS). The addition of Buchner is part of an ongoing initiative that commenced in 2023, wherein the firm focused on strengthening its CLO and ABS teams through several key hires.

With nearly 20 years of experience in capital markets, Craig Buchner brings substantial expertise to his new role at Performance Trust. He previously served 16 years at GFI Securities and most recently held a position at RBC Capital Markets. His extensive background positions him perfectly to manage a wide array of products on Performance Trust’s platform, with a primary focus on the rapidly evolving sectors of CLOs and ABS.

This addition comes on the heels of several significant hires made by Performance Trust over the past two years, indicating its commitment to expanding its influence in these vital markets. Notably, in mid-2023, the firm welcomed Alex Navin, Jared Gogek, and Dustin Moy from Crosspoint Capital, who are now leading the firm’s initiatives in CLO sales and trading. Furthermore, the same year saw the arrivals of Dave Bell and John Lennon from Robert W. Baird, tasked with developing the ABS platform. More recently, in the fourth quarter of 2024, the acquisition of Paul Limanni, Ben Blatt, and Gregg Davis from Pagaya has further solidified Performance Trust’s focus on these sectors.

Since implementing these strategic personnel additions, Performance Trust has witnessed substantial growth in trading volumes within the CLO and ABS markets. Eric Brown, the Head of the Institutional Group at Performance Trust, highlighted the firm’s progress, acknowledging that while significant strides have been made, there remains more work to be done. He expressed confidence that the inclusion of Craig Buchner would play a pivotal role in cementing the firm's competitive advantage in the credit market.

For over three decades, Performance Trust Capital Partners has partnered with financial institutions to enhance their long-term performance through a personalized and innovative approach. The firm is recognized as a premier partner for a variety of financial entities, including banks, credit unions, insurance companies, hedge funds, and asset management firms, delivering unmatched product expertise and outstanding execution.

About Performance Trust Capital Partners

Performance Trust is dedicated to aiding financial institutions in achieving improved long-term performance and increasing shareholder value. Its focus lies in forging unprecedented futures collaboratively, offering a distinctive and tailored approach within the financial services landscape. For more detailed information on Performance Trust’s offerings and initiatives, visit www.performancetrust.com. Performance Trust Capital Partners, LLC is a member of FINRA, SIPC, and NFA.