John Kim
About John Kim
John Kim serves as the Senior Vice President of Structured Finance and Direct Lending at City National Bank, a position he has held since 2019. He has extensive experience in finance, having previously worked in various roles at firms such as KCAP Financial, Prospect Capital Management, and Garrison Investment Group.
Current Position at City National Bank
John Kim serves as Senior Vice President in Structured Finance and Direct Lending at City National Bank. He has held this position since 2019, contributing to the bank's financial services in the Greater New York City Area. His role involves overseeing structured finance transactions and direct lending initiatives, focusing on delivering tailored financial solutions to clients.
Previous Experience at KCAP Financial, Inc.
Prior to his current role, John Kim worked at KCAP Financial, Inc. as Managing Director - Head of Sponsor Origination from 2014 to 2019. In this capacity, he was responsible for leading sponsor origination efforts, enhancing the firm's investment strategies in the structured finance sector. His tenure spanned five years in the Greater New York City Area.
Professional Background in Investment Management
John Kim has a diverse background in investment management. He worked at Prospect Capital Management as an Investment Professional from 2012 to 2014, where he focused on investment analysis and portfolio management. Additionally, he served as Director of the Corporate Debt Group at Garrison Investment Group from 2008 to 2012, managing corporate debt investments.
Educational Background
John Kim holds an MBA in Finance and Management from Columbia University - Columbia Business School, which he completed from 2003 to 2005. He also earned an AB in Economics while completing a pre-medical curriculum at Harvard College from 1992 to 1996. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his career in finance and investment.
Early Career at Arena Capital Partners, LLC
John Kim began his career at Arena Capital Partners, LLC, where he worked as an Associate from 1999 to 2003. This early experience in the finance sector helped him develop essential skills in investment analysis and client relations, contributing to his subsequent roles in structured finance and direct lending.