Griffin Neel, Sr. Portfolio Manager, Sponsor & Leveraged Finance
Professional Overview
Griffin Neel is an accomplished Sr. Portfolio Manager specializing in Sponsor & Leveraged Finance at Huntington National Bank. With extensive experience in the financial services industry, he leverages his expertise in portfolio management, deal structuring, and relationship management to drive growth and success for his clients.
Experience Summary
Current Role
As Sr. Portfolio Manager, Sponsor & Leveraged Finance at Huntington National Bank, Griffin is responsible for managing a diverse portfolio of sponsor-backed leveraged loans and high-yield bonds. He works closely with private equity firms, hedge funds, and other financial sponsors to structure customized financing solutions that meet their unique investment objectives. Under his leadership, Griffin has implemented rigorous risk management frameworks to optimize portfolio performance while maintaining prudent credit standards.
Career Progression
Prior to his current role, Griffin served as an Associate in the Financial Sponsors Group at J.P. Morgan, where he was integral in executing complex leveraged buyout transactions and providing strategic advisory services to private equity clients. He also gained valuable experience as an Analyst in the Financial Sponsors Group, contributing to the origination, underwriting, and syndication of sponsor-backed deals.
Earlier in his career, Griffin held internship roles at JPMorgan Chase & Co. and Quicken Loans, where he developed a strong foundation in banking operations, credit analysis, and client relationship management.
Academic Background
Griffin holds a Bachelor of Science in Finance from Miami University, where he graduated with distinction. During his time at Miami, he served as a Student Associate to the Financial Coordinator, further honing his financial acumen and problem-solving skills.
Areas of Expertise
- Leveraged finance and sponsor-backed lending
- Portfolio management and risk assessment
- Debt structuring and syndication
- Financial modeling and credit analysis
- Relationship management and client advisory
Professional Impact
Throughout his career, Griffin has demonstrated a track record of delivering exceptional results for his clients. He has played a pivotal role in structuring and executing numerous high-profile leveraged buyout transactions, contributing to the successful deployment of billions of dollars in sponsor-backed capital. Griffin's deep industry knowledge, analytical prowess, and client-centric approach have earned him a reputation as a trusted advisor within the financial services community.
Conclusion
With his proven expertise in Sponsor & Leveraged Finance, Griffin Neel is well-positioned to continue driving growth and innovation in the financial services industry. As he embarks on his new role at Huntington National Bank, he remains committed to leveraging his diverse skill set to create value for his clients and further enhance the bank's market-leading position.
