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We’ve reached the end of Season 13 of The HPScast. To close out a fantastic run, host Colbert Cannon revisits some of the season’s most memorable moments. This year, we heard from leaders at the top of their fields, including a legendary global finan... more

This week on the HPScast, host Colbert Cannon sits down with Jim Koman, Founder and CEO of ElmTree Funds, a triple-net-lease real estate investment platform that recently combined with BlackRock. Jim reflects on growing up in St. Louis, studying econ... more

This week on the HPScast, host Colbert Cannon speaks with Elyce Arons, the co-founder of Kate Spade and co-founder and CEO of Frances Valentine. Elyce traces her journey from a Kansas farm kid to building two iconic American fashion brands with her b... more

Every season, we spend one episode breaking down current credit market trends. In this season’s episode, we discuss the macro backdrop for credit, private and public credit’s exposure to software amidst concerns of AI disruption, and the types of bus... more

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Recent Guests

Jonathan Tisch
Former executive chairman of Lowe's Hotels & Co. and co-owner of the New York Giants
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Dr. Paul Ackleitner
HPS Senior Advisor and Operating Partner; CFO of Allianz in the past
Allianz (former CFO), Board experience at multiple firms
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Eva Pilgrim
Host of Inside Edition; veteran television journalist
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Elise Aarons
Co-founder of Kate Spade; head of Frances Valentine
Kate Spade; Frances Valentine
Episode: The HPScast — Season 13 Finale
Jim Komen
Founder of Elm Tree (real estate investment firm)
Elm Tree (acquired by BlackRock)
Episode: The HPScast — Season 13 Finale
Jim Koman
Founder and CEO of ElmTree Funds
ElmTree Funds / BlackRock Private Financing Solutions
Episode: Jim Koman — Founder and CEO of ElmTree Funds
Elyce Arons
Founder and CEO of Frances Valentine
Frances Valentine
Episode: Elyce Arons — Co-Founder of Kate Spade, Co-Founder and CEO of Frances Valentine
Dominique Bly
Macro Credit Research Strategist within BlackRock's Private Financing Solutions Platform
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Episode: Current Credit Market Trends in Q1 2026
Vikas Keswani
Leader of private credit business at HPS
HPS Investment Partners
Episode: Current Credit Market Trends in Q1 2026

Host

Colbert Cannon
Host of insightful conversations with industry leaders in finance and investment, exploring their career journeys and strategies for success.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 107 ratings
  • NB Interview

    Thought the interview with George Walker was really good. Enjoying the content!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Matt Latuchie
    United States2 months ago
  • Cannot wait for more episodes

    This podcast is displays excellent insight into career paths and stories across all walks of high finance. Excellent color for university students and early professionals looking to break into industry.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Tejas K.
    United States6 years ago
  • Bingo!

    Colbert delivers an upbeat clever and informative distress finance talk show. Awesome voice! Great idea, as usual.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Little war lover 1
    United States6 years ago
  • Really informative

    Love the format. I have listened to loads of biz podcast like HBR ideacast and others. This one is great because Colbert not only covers mainstream business issues but carefully intertwines social, historical and political considerations seamlessly throughout his conversations. Totally rocks! Keep it coming!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Marketbeat
    United States6 years ago
  • Best narrator of all pods

    Colbert Cannon was born to host radio (& pods). Love the “best idea” segment, and market color that isn’t just regurgitation of technicals. Can not wait for more episodes.

    Apple Podcasts
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    marketinsight
    United States6 years ago

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Feedback highlights a well-structured format that seamlessly combines personal anecdotes with professional advice.
The host is recognized for engaging storytelling, making complex financial topics accessible and interesting.
Many find the content relevant for their careers in finance, helping them navigate various market dynamics.
Listeners appreciate the insightful discussions and the depth of industry knowledge shared by the guests.

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Jim Koman — Founder and CEO of ElmTree Funds
Q: What did you study undergrad?
Jim explains he earned a degree in economics and was steered back to St. Louis to work with the family commercial real estate business.
Jim Koman — Founder and CEO of ElmTree Funds
Q: All right, Jim, I like to go all the way back. Where'd you grow up? Where are you from originally?
Jim discusses growing up in St. Louis, Missouri, as one of seven kids, and how his family background and UNC connection shaped his path into real estate and private equity.
Elyce Arons — Co-Founder of Kate Spade, Co-Founder and CEO of Frances Valentine
Q: Tell me about the germ of the idea for Kate Spade and how it started.
The idea grew from a partnership between two friends who combined fashion sense, a love of vintage aesthetics, and a practical approach to materials, which led to a distinct, wearable luxury brand that stood out in the 1990s.
Current Credit Market Trends in Q1 2026
Q: Can you talk about opportunities in private vs public credit today and where you see value in 2026?
The panel notes that while spreads are tight, there is incremental yield to be found by looking at private credit in markets influenced by public market conditions; high-quality borrowers with solid fundamentals can be financed privately when publics are constrained, and new issue opportunities remain attractive in terms of coupons and convexity.
Current Credit Market Trends in Q1 2026
Q: Given the dispersion theme, where is dispersion most evident and why does it matter for investors?
The discussion points to dispersion across markets following the post-pandemic period, visible in public and private credit, as well as in sectors like commercial real estate and consumer demand; the key takeaway is that not all credits move the same way, so selective underwriting and differentiating by borrower size and sector is crucial.

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6. Jim Koman
7. Elyce Arons
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