# Ron Kantowitz – Direct Lending's Evolution and Invesco's Edge (EP.457)

An episode of [Capital Allocators – Inside the Institutional Investment Industry](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/podcast/1223764016), 17 Jul 2025, 51 min.

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Ron Kantowitz is the Head of Private Debt for Invesco's Private Credit platform, where he leads a team that manages middle-market, senior secured, direct lending. The Invesco Private Credit Platform manages $46 billion across Direct Lending, Syndicated Loans, CLO's, and Distressed Credit/Special Situations. Our conversation traces Ron's path to lending and three decades of experience alongside the evolution of the lending markets. We discuss his direct lending strategy, investment process, and perspectives on competition, the role of banks, and opportunities ahead for private credit investors. NA4597908 Capital Allocators and Invesco are not in any way affiliated. This information is intended for Institutional Investors that are US residents. Click here to view the full Disclaimer. Learn More Follow Ted on Twitter at @tseides or LinkedIn Subscribe to the mailing list Access Transcript with Premium Membership Editing and post-production work for this episode was provided by The Podcast Consultant (https://thepodcastconsultant.com)

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