Michael Zimmerman

Co-Founder and Managing Director at MC Credit Partners LP

Michael Zimmerman is a prominent figure in the finance industry, serving as the Co-founder and Managing Director of MC Credit Partners LP, a role he has held since May 2013. Based in New York, he has over 35 years of experience in investment banking and investment management, focusing on middle-market direct lending solutions for companies with EBITDA ranging from $15 million to $75 million. His firm typically provides senior secured loans and other debt capital solutions, with loan amounts generally between $40 million and $250 million.1 2

Professional Background

MC Credit Partners LP: Co-founder and Managing Director since May 2013.
Cyan Partners, LP: Senior Managing Director from February 2011 to May 2013.
Tower Capital Asset Management: President from April 2004 to February 2011.
CitiGroup: Managing Director and Global Head of Private Equity from July 1994 to June 2003.
CS First Boston: Managing Director in Investment Banking from June 1977 to June 1994.1 2 4

Education

Columbia University Graduate School of Business: Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) in Finance (1975 - 1977).
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill: Bachelor of Arts in American History (1971 - 1975).1 4

Zimmerman's extensive background includes significant roles in leveraged finance and private equity, where he has been involved in transactions exceeding $300 billion. His expertise spans various financial instruments, including leveraged loans, high-yield bonds, and mezzanine financing.2 3

Experience

Co-Founder and Managing Director at MC Credit Partners LP (May 2013 - Present)

Senior Managing Director at Cyan Partners, LP (February 2011 - May 2013), President at Tower Capital Asset Management (April 2004 - February 2011), Managing Director, Global Head of Private Equity at CitiGroup (July 1994 - June 2003), Managing Director, Investment Banking at CS First Boston (June 1977 - June 1994)

Education

Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) in Finance from Columbia University Graduate School of Business (1975 - 1977), Bachelor of Arts in American History (United States) from University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill (1971 - 1975)