Oaktree Capital Management

Oaktree Capital Management, established in 1995 and headquartered in Los Angeles, is a global alternative investment firm. It specializes in credit strategies, focusing on less efficient markets and alternative investments. Oaktree's portfolio comprises primarily credit (66%), including private debts, with the remainder in real assets (14%), private equity (13%), and listed equities (7%). The firm aims to deliver consistent, superior performance with a strong emphasis on risk control. Its expertise spans credit, real estate, infrastructure, and private equity, with a track record of success since its inception. Oaktree has expanded its infrastructure investments through strategic acquisitions, such as Highstar Capital in 2014.

Donna Barnes

Senior Vice President

Nicholas Basso

Managing Director

Guillaume Bayol

Managing Director, GFI Energy Group

John Van Benschoten

Managing Director

Charles Blackburn

Managing Director and Co-Head of Europe Distressed Opportunities

David Brown

Managing Director

Bret Budenbender

Partner and Co Portfolio Manager

Pablo Vélez Calvo

Managing Director

Atif Chaudhry

Managing Director

Juan Espinoza

Managing Director

Ashley Frey

Product Specialist Associate

Adam Gray

Managing Director

Steven Gudovic

Managing Director

Andrew Guichet

Senior Vice President

Brook Hinchman

Vice President

Milwood Hobbs, Jr.

Managing Director and Head of Sourcing and Origination

Mary Knobler

Managing Director - External Affairs

Jordon Kruse

Managing Director and Co-Portfolio Manager

Brian Laibow

Assistant Vice President

Sherman Lau

Managing Director

Michael Lavi

Vice President

Nidhish Mundra

Senior Vice President

Andrew Murray

Managing Director, Client Relations

Armen Panossian

Co-CEO

Suzana Peric

Managing Director, Sourcing and Origination

Dante Quazzo

Senior Vice President

Michael Scardigli

Managing Director

David Smolens

Managing Director

Steven Tesoriere

Managing Director and Co-Portfolio Manager of Value Opportunities

Jacky Tian

Senior Vice President

Janet Wang

Managing Director and Co-Portfolio Manager

Phil Wilson

Vice President

Matt Wilson

Managing Director and Co-Portfolio Manager

Matthew Wilson

Managing Director and Co-Portfolio Manager

Jordon Kruse

Managing Director and Co-Portfolio Manager

Past deals in Hospitality

Xenia Capital

Acquisition in 2025
Xenia Capital, established in Spain and Portugal, specializes in alternative financing for real estate development. It provides funding for property acquisition and construction, focusing on residential and hospitality sectors. The company aims to facilitate capital access for diverse real estate projects, supporting both developers and investors.

RedCat Pub Company

Private Equity Round in 2024
RedCat Pub Company is a rapidly expanding pub enterprise that emphasizes the role of pubs as central community hubs. Focused primarily on the East, South, and South-East of England, the company operates a range of establishments designed to enhance the lifestyle of patrons. Its pubs provide memorable spaces for drinking, dining, and celebrating, fostering an environment where individuals can socialize with friends and family. RedCat's commitment to creating welcoming and supportive venues underscores its mission to strengthen community connections through shared experiences.

Cvent

Post in 2021
Cvent is a technology provider focused on enhancing the meetings, events, and hospitality industries through a comprehensive event marketing and management platform. The company offers software solutions that facilitate online event registration, venue selection, event marketing, and management, as well as attendee engagement for various formats, including virtual, hybrid, and onsite events. Cvent's tools are designed to help event planners and marketers optimize the revenue potential of their programs while simplifying the management of each stage in the event lifecycle. By integrating these functionalities, Cvent aims to streamline the planning process and improve overall event effectiveness.

Cloud5 Communications

Acquisition in 2019
Cloud5 Communications is a provider of cloud-based telephony solutions and communication services tailored specifically for the hospitality industry. Established in 2006 and headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, the company offers a range of services including SIP trunking, hosted PBX, guest Internet access, and contact centers. Cloud5 Communications leverages advanced networking and proprietary technology to deliver high-performance, guest-centric communications that address the unique service demands and cost constraints of hotels. By adopting an integrated approach to communication, the company enables hoteliers to streamline their technology infrastructure and operations, ultimately enhancing guest experiences and creating new revenue opportunities. Additionally, Cloud5 provides 24/7 phone system support services to ensure reliable communication and operational efficiency for its clients.
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