Mike Bucha

Mike Bucha is a seasoned professional with over a decade of experience in the financial industry. As a Managing Director at Hilco, he brings a wealth of expertise to the table. Before joining Hilco, Mike had stints at JPMorgan and Deloitte.

Key Highlights:

• ABL Field Exams: Mike has personally conducted hundreds of ABL (Asset-Based Lending) field exams. His extensive background spans various sectors, including C&I, Retail/Consumer Goods, and rental equipment firms. He also specializes in large-cap fallen angels navigating bankruptcy proceedings.
• Global Perspective: Mike’s work has taken him across borders. He has spent significant time in Australia, New Zealand, the UK, and ABL-friendly jurisdictions in the EU and Mexico. His cross-border deal experience is invaluable.
• Client Relationships: Mike fosters strong relationships with clients, including lenders, debt advisors, private equity sponsors, and direct-hire entities. He provides pre-diligence and post-diligence guidance, particularly in connecting the results of his work to the relevant capital market execution objectives. He works hard to meet accelerated deadlines. His expertise extends to structuring asset-based revolvers, FILOs, and related financial instruments.
• Navigating the ABL Process: Borrowers’ management teams turn to Mike for counsel during the ABL process. His desire to assist and advise both clients and new to ABL borrowers is one of his core strengths.