Portfolio Perspective: Managing Risk & Seizing Opportunity

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Welcome to Portfolio Perspective: Managing Risk & Seizing Opportunity, a podcast focused on the asset-based lending industry. Join Andrew Pace, Chief Client Experience Officer at Asset Compliant Solutions, as he interviews experts, shares insights, and explores strategies for managing risk, optimizing portfolio performance, and seizing opportunities in an ever-evolving financial landscape. From regulatory changes to technological advances, each episode provides actionable takeaways and deep dives into industry trends. Whether you’re a lender, servicer, or recovery expert, this podcast offers valuable perspectives to enhance your approach and improve outcomes.

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Episodes

Data, Deals & Decarbonization: The Evolving Role of Asset Managers in Equipment Finance

In this episode of Portfolio Perspective: Managing Risk & Seizing Opportunity , host Andrew Pace sits down with Nick Coscia, ASA Equipment Manager at DLL, to explore how the role of asset managers is expanding amid evolving economic, technological, and sustainability trends. From using AI to streamline operations to navigating volatility in the secondary market, Nick offers practical insights and a global perspective on the tools, strategies, and partnerships that shape success in today’s eq...

Aug 21, 2025•21 min•Ep. 8

Relationships Over Rates: Building Broker Trust & Portfolio Resilience

In this episode of Portfolio Perspective: Managing Risk & Seizing Opportunity, host Andrew Pace welcomes Kit West, a Wyoming-based business development leader with a deep entrepreneurial background and a national view of broker success. Together they explore how CH Brown grew originations during industry slowdowns, why relationships trump rates, and how proactive support can drive loyalty—even in a transactional world. Key Topics Discussed: Why CH Brown leaned in while competitors pulled bac...

Aug 05, 2025•49 min•Ep. 7

AI, Intrapreneurship, and the Future of Equipment Finance

In this episode of Portfolio Perspective: Managing Risk & Seizing Opportunity , host Andrew Pace sits down with RJ Grimshaw, CEO of The AI CEO and former CEO of Unifi Equipment Finance. RJ shares his unique journey from leading high-growth finance teams to helping businesses embrace AI with a human-first approach. From demystifying AI adoption to empowering teams through intrapreneurship, RJ offers actionable strategies for leaders looking to innovate while staying rooted in relationship-dri...

Jul 22, 2025•46 min•Ep. 6

Mitigating Risk: Protecting Recovery Operations in a High-Litigation Environment

In this episode of Portfolio Perspective: Managing Risk & Seizing Opportunity , Andrew Pace sits down with Mike Peplinski, Vice President at Harding Brooks Insurance Agency, to unpack key legal and insurance challenges in today’s asset recovery space. As litigation pressure continues to rise, Mike provides actionable guidance for lenders, agents, and service providers on how to manage risk, protect themselves, and operate compliantly — even as legal, regulatory, and contract pressures evolve...

Jul 01, 2025•49 min•Ep. 5

Scaling Smarter: Independent Lending, Vendor Relationships & Managing Market Volatility

In this episode of Portfolio Perspective: Managing Risk & Seizing Opportunity , Andrew Pace sits down with Dominick Cevet, CLFP, Assistant Vice President of Portfolio Management at Auxilior Capital Partners. Dominick shares how Auxilior has scaled from startup to over $2 billion in assets in just four years — leveraging deep vendor partnerships, independent decision-making, portfolio diversification, and a service-first approach that keeps both vendors and borrowers engaged. Key Topics Discu...

Jun 19, 2025•35 min•Ep. 4

Securing the Future: Technology, Compliance, and Control in Asset-Based Lending

ACS CFO and CIO Greg Meyer joins host Andrew Pace for a deep dive into the operational backbone of modern recovery and collections. With nearly two decades of leadership at ACS, Greg discusses the growing overlap between finance, IT, and compliance—and what it means for lenders today. From securing sensitive data to building scalable frameworks for regulatory risk, this episode covers how smart technology and proactive controls create a competitive advantage in asset-based lending. Key Topics Di...

May 27, 2025•44 min•Ep. 3

Bridging the Gap: Empathy, Intelligence, and Impact in Asset Recovery with Chris Norman

In this episode, Andrew Pace welcomes Chris Norman, ACS’s Client Support Manager, for an in-depth conversation on the human side of collections, strategic lender support, and navigating complex borrower situations with empathy and professionalism. With more than 30 years in the recovery space and a reputation for transforming distressed accounts into proactive recoveries, Chris shares firsthand stories and strategies that combine operational insight with a deep respect for the borrower experienc...

May 13, 2025•57 min•Ep. 2

Asset Intelligence in Lending: SOC2, Risk Mitigation & Recovery Strategy with Brian Noble

In this inaugural episode of Portfolio Perspective: Managing Risk & Seizing Opportunity , host Andrew Pace sits down with Brian Noble—CEO, co-founder, and industry trailblazer behind Asset Compliant Solutions. With over 25 years of experience, Brian shares his unique perspective on how the asset recovery and collections space has evolved from transactional services to strategic partnerships rooted in compliance, innovation, and brand protection. Key Topics Discussed: Culture as a Competitive...

Apr 29, 2025•30 min•Ep. 1

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