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Hilco Global Smarter Perspectives Podcast SeriesDistressed Divestitures in Mexico: Strategies for Unlocking Value in Troubled Assets2024-10-1426 minHilco Global Smarter Perspectives Podcast SeriesHow Retail Has Changed Since the PandemicIan S. Fredericks of Hilco Consumer — Retail joins WWD Voices host Arthur Zaczkiewicz to discuss retail’s ongoing evolution.2024-06-1026 minHilco Global Smarter Perspectives Podcast SeriesThe Depressed California Bulk Wine Market May Get Some Relief from Global Developments Starting in Q2 2024On this podcast, we discuss the bulk wine market’s continued struggle in California and how a recent announcement by China could bring a positive impact to west coast producers here in the U.S.2024-04-2416 minHilco Global Smarter Perspectives Podcast SeriesTurnaround Strategies for Companies Doing Business in MexicoIn this fourth podcast in our series focused on best practices for businesses nearshoring in Mexico, we discuss a range of important considerations associated with the development and execution of effective turnaround strategies. 2024-04-0324 minHilco Global Smarter Perspectives Podcast SeriesSawmill Distress Rising in Q1This podcast is intended as an “alert” to lenders and those across the market in regard to a notable, increased level of distress that the Hilco Forestry team is observing in the sawmill market. Detailed observations are action steps are discussed.2024-04-0110 minHilco Global Smarter Perspectives Podcast SeriesAligning Consumer and Consumer Products Company OrbitsConsumer products companies have immense ground to cover in order to meet ever-changing customers where they are and where they will be in the future. This podcast addresses how industry leaders can create stronger relationships and longer-term brand loyalty by undertaking a fundamental shift from a current state of misalignment to a future state of close alignment with their customers.2024-03-0617 minHilco Global Smarter Perspectives Podcast SeriesInsights in Asset Management for Companies Doing Business in MexicoIn this third article in our series focused on best practices for businesses nearshoring in Mexico, we discuss a range of important considerations associated with ensuring effective asset management design and implementation. 2024-02-2719 minHilco Global Smarter Perspectives Podcast SeriesNavigating M&A in the Mexico MarketOn this podcast, Jan René Aguirre addresses specific areas that tend to create challenges for companies involved in M&A activity in the Mexico market and how each can be addressed most effectively. 2024-01-0821 minHilco Global Smarter Perspectives Podcast SeriesRegulatory Compliance and Security Remain Key Challenges for Cannabis Market ParticipantsOn this podcast, John Satter explains the impact of geographic-specific regulatory requirements, zoning regulations, security complexities and a range of other factors on cannabis cultivators, manufacturers, distributors and retailers. 2023-12-1414 minHilco Global Smarter Perspectives Podcast SeriesThe 13 Week Cash Flow: Essential for RetailersOn this podcast, Michael Appel, Charvi Gupta and Jake Ringelstein of Getzler Henrich address the importance of embedding a rolling 13-week cashflow discipline into every retail business’s operations, regardless of whether a company is healthy or stressed. 2023-12-1215 minHilco Global Smarter Perspectives Podcast SeriesThe Many Nuances of Nearshoring in Mexico On this podcast, Jan René Aguirre addresses a range of distinct complexities and challenges that are frequently not anticipated, but are most typically encountered, by businesses engaged in nearshoring efforts in Mexico. 2023-12-1123 minHilco Global Smarter Perspectives Podcast SeriesA Discussion to Help Equip Current and Prospective Lenders to the Tobacco MarketOn this podcast Jason Gomes provides an overview of the tobacco industry with an emphasis on recent trends, regulatory factors and areas of focus for lender due diligence. 2023-11-2021 minHilco Global Smarter Perspectives Podcast SeriesInsights for ABLs With Borrowers in the Mattress IndustryOn this podcast, Stephen D’Aquila provides a range of insights and guidelines that will be valuable to lenders with borrowers involved in the mattress industry 2023-11-1428 minHilco Global Smarter Perspectives Podcast SeriesA Roadmap for Auto Suppliers Experiencing or at Risk of DistressOn this podcast, Tom Boniface discusses a range of best practices which have proven successful for numerous, distressed suppliers across the automotive/mobility market and how companies can strategically address their unique challenges in a timely manner. 2023-11-0714 minHilco Global Smarter Perspectives Podcast SeriesRetail Suppliers’ Excess Inventory Can be Very Appealing to Those Managing Store Closure EventsOn this podcast, Katie Feodoroff details how the current high number of retail store closures nationwide, and the need for the type of augmented merchandise that will appeal to shoppers of those store events, can translate to good news for suppliers in possession of excess inventory. 2023-10-1914 minHilco Global Smarter Perspectives Podcast SeriesHow Servicers are Able to Assist With Distressed Sub-Prime PortfoliosOn this podcast Buddy Beaman discusses how the timely assignment of a substitute servicer into the loan structure can help ensure that consistent and ethical business practices are followed in collecting borrower payments and administrating the overall loan process. 2023-10-1714 minHilco Global Smarter Perspectives Podcast SeriesHow Green Energy is Surging Forward in 2023On this podcast, we discuss a range of current U.S. green energy developments and take a focused look at the many challenges and efforts underway within automotive and commercial vehicle manufacturing as well as the aviation and maritime industries. 2023-09-2016 minHilco Global Smarter Perspectives Podcast SeriesHow Real Estate Buyers and Sellers are Capitalizing on the Flourishing Golf MarketOn this podcast, Ryan Rafter of Hilco Global’s Golf Advisory explains how both buyers and sellers of real estate around the country are actively engaging to capitalize on the resurgence of golf and the increased number of rounds being played. 2023-08-2817 minHilco Global Smarter Perspectives Podcast SeriesRetailer Recalibration Can Address Shifting Consumer Preferences, Costs and Revenue DriversOn this podcast we discuss a range of current retail industry developments that are demanding a greater level of retailer proactivity, decisive action and a focus on effectively delivering for customers across fashion, value and fit. 2023-07-2025 minHilco Global Smarter Perspectives Podcast SeriesDiligence Insights for Lenders Involved in the Cased Wine MarketOn this second of two wine market podcasts, we discuss details specific to the California Cased Wine Market that can be of notable value to lenders and others involved in the industry. 2023-07-1822 minHilco Global Smarter Perspectives Podcast SeriesHow Receivers Help Guide Successful Office-to-Residential ConversionsOn this podcast we discuss the growing number of office-to-residential conversions taking place across the U.S. and how court-appointed receivers are helping to guide those efforts toward successful outcomes. 2023-07-1216 minHilco Global Smarter Perspectives Podcast SeriesWhy Employee Retention Efforts in Retail Should Start Earlier Than You ThinkOn this podcast, we discuss how to maximize retention of new retail hires and ensure that promising applicants gain confidence in the company culture even before they officially come onboard. 2023-06-2617 minHilco Global Smarter Perspectives Podcast SeriesUnderstanding the California Bulk Wine MarketOn this first of two wine market podcasts, we discuss details specific to the California Bulk Wine Market that can be of notable value to lenders and others involved in the industry. 2023-06-2319 minHilco Global Smarter Perspectives Podcast SeriesHow Big Ticket Assets Can Help Investors Diversify Equity and Debt PortfoliosOn this podcast we discuss the potential for private equity, hedge funds, pension funds, securitization originators and issuers, banks and pure-play corporate lessors to achieve solid returns while providing a valuable financial service to operators. 2023-06-2015 minHilco Global Smarter Perspectives Podcast SeriesLeveraging Strategic Sourcing to Become a Best-in-Class Purchasing OrganizationThis podcast discusses how companies of all sizes can utilize strategic sourcing as a core component of their supply chain management to reduce cost, improve supplier relationships and enhance competitiveness. 2023-06-1420 minHilco Global Smarter Perspectives Podcast SeriesMid-Year Developments in the Class 8 Truck MarketAs we approach the midpoint of 2023, this podcast discusses the fact that Class 8 Trucking is still trading above pre-pandemic levels, and how that is a likely indication of how much farther the market still has to go in its downward correction. 2023-06-0910 minHilco Global Smarter Perspectives Podcast SeriesMay ’23 Lender Update on Continued Retail Stress and Suggested ActionsWhat is the current consumer mindset? How available are the products they really want and need right now? And does the buying power to make those purchases actually exist? This podcast discusses these topics and provides suggested actions for lenders and retailers in the current environment. 2023-05-2420 minHilco Global Smarter Perspectives Podcast SeriesConsiderations and Trends in Farm Supply: An Informative Discussion for ABLsThis discussion is intended to help inform and prepare asset based lenders and others involved in evaluating prospective or current farm supply industry borrowers. 2023-04-1723 minHilco Global Smarter Perspectives Podcast SeriesHow Amazon’s Liquidation Restrictions Led to a New Appraisal ApproachWhile Amazon permits liquidations through its site and provides tools to assist in the sale of excess and underperforming inventory, this podcast discusses how its rules for such activity are much different and more restrictive than those imposed during traditional Going Out of Business (GOB) events.2023-03-1425 minHilco Global Smarter Perspectives Podcast SeriesManaging Risk Effectively Starts with Selection of the Right Servicing StructurePart two of our series on distressed businesses operating within Mexico focuses on the benefits of engaging the right partner early on to serve as both a master and substitute servicer. 2023-02-2715 minHilco Global Smarter Perspectives Podcast SeriesThe Unique Impacts of Two Historic Crises on the Class 8 Truck Market and Where We Go from HereOn this podcast, we discuss how the current period compares to the Great Recession of ‘08/’09 for the Class 8 Truck market, and explore the numerous macro factors presently in play that do not typically exist all at the same time. 2023-02-2222 minHilco Global Smarter Perspectives Podcast SeriesDistressed Companies with Assets in Mexico Should Partner with those who Can Provide Local Knowledge and Service BreadthPart one of our series on distressed businesses operating within Mexico focuses on how receivers and stakeholders can benefit from the engagement of a partner that can deliver a wind down solution that goes beyond just liquidation efforts.2023-02-2016 minHilco Global Smarter Perspectives Podcast SeriesIf You’re Trying to Achieve Change in the Workplace, the ‘Change Prevention Committee’ is Ready to Block Your EffortsThis podcast addresses the process of identifying those who are resistant to proposed change within an organization, and provides a methodology for effectively addressing concerns and gaining trust to successfully achieve the desired transformation outcomes. 2023-02-1525 minHilco Global Smarter Perspectives Podcast SeriesTo Achieve Maximum Value, Find an Advisor Who Views Your Company as a Unique Living OrganismThis podcast explores why a company’s value is not simply a mechanical multiple of EBITDA, how its true worth is based on what the right buyer is willing to pay, and why an owner should remain open to options other than a sale. 2023-02-1316 minHilco Global Smarter Perspectives Podcast SeriesHousing Starts and Lumber Pricing Continue Their Decline in Q1 of 2023On this podcast, we discuss the course of the Forestry Market and explore the impact that factors including the continued low level of new home construction and consumers’ shift away from goods spending are having mills and the pricing of lumber in Q1 2023.2023-02-0811 minHilco Global Smarter Perspectives Podcast SeriesRising Consumer Debt and Its Impact on Businesses and CreditorsOn this podcast we address some of the domestic and global factors driving inflation and higher consumer debt levels, take a look at how receivables portfolios may be affected, and review steps that businesses and lenders can take to monitor ongoing developments and minimize risk. 2023-01-0415 minHilco Global Smarter Perspectives Podcast SeriesWhy Retailers Should Make Tough Decisions Now Rather Than Pushing Them OutFrom shoring up liquidity to conducting SKU rationalization, enhancing technology and shifting the business mindset regarding “winning” at e-commerce, this podcast addresses steps retailers should strongly consider undertaking now given the market outlook for 2023. 2022-12-1926 minHilco Global Smarter Perspectives Podcast SeriesWhy Managing Liquidity Risk Proactively is Always a Good IdeaOn this podcast we discuss the importance of proactive liquidity risk management planning for small- to medium-sized companies and dive into details including due diligence, stress testing and proper structuring of an associated policy framework. 2022-12-1321 minHilco Global Smarter Perspectives Podcast SeriesWhat Lenders Should Know With Demand For Horticulture/Nursery products on the RiseOn this podcast we cover recent developments in the wholesale horticulture/nursery industry, the unique challenges that the “living and growing” nature of the inventory presents to those up and down the supply chain, and the structuring of distinct selling period advancement rates and other important considerations for lenders with portfolio exposure to the industry. 2022-12-1322 minHilco Global Smarter Perspectives Podcast SeriesAs Profitability Challenges Persist in the Cannabis Market More Real Estate and M&E Buying Opportunities EmergeThis article discusses developments in the Cannabis industry, including how fierce competition and lower than anticipated levels of profitability in some markets are creating unexpected market entry and asset acquisition opportunities for 2023. 2022-12-0816 minHilco Global Smarter Perspectives Podcast SeriesSustainability Efforts in the Chemicals Market are Headed in the Right DirectionOn this podcast, we discuss the progress that is being made within the chemicals industry toward delivering a greater level of sustainability across single-use and other widely used plastic products.2022-12-0712 minHilco Global Smarter Perspectives Podcast SeriesDramatically Increased Product Return Rates Are Challenging RetailersOn this podcast, Getzler Henrich’s retail experts discuss the dramatically increasing rate of returns now being generated via online shopping and the danger this poses to retailers who fail to recognize the true cost of this development on their business and take appropriate action. 2022-12-0222 minHilco Global Smarter Perspectives Podcast SeriesSigns Suggest Increased Restructuring Activity in 2023On this podcast, Geoff Frankel of Hilco Corporate Finance discusses how adverse market date accumulated throughout 2022 is indicative of a potential surge in restructuring in the coming year.2022-11-3011 minHilco Global Smarter Perspectives Podcast SeriesHow Aggregators Can Address Unanticipated Challenges That Threaten The Profitability of Their Acquired 3rd-Party Sellers2022-11-0411 minHilco Global Smarter Perspectives Podcast SeriesSafeguarding Collateral and Mitigating Risk Via a Real Estate Receiver2022-11-0209 minHilco Global Smarter Perspectives Podcast SeriesDeploying the Right Technologies For Retail Success in 20232022-10-1823 minHilco Global Smarter Perspectives Podcast SeriesThe Evolving Department Store Dilemma2022-07-2515 minHilco Global Smarter Perspectives Podcast SeriesJewelry Market Complexities Remain Multifaceted2022-07-2018 minHilco Global Smarter Perspectives Podcast SeriesTire Market Rolling With the Changes2022-06-2317 minHilco Global Smarter Perspectives Podcast SeriesWhat's Next for Those Across the Chemical Industry?2022-06-0116 minHilco Global Smarter Perspectives Podcast SeriesRetailers Look to Capitalize on the Lucrative Resale Market2022-06-0123 minHilco Global Smarter Perspectives Podcast SeriesSupplier Obsolescence Risks in the Evolving Mobility Market2022-05-2014 minHilco Global Smarter Perspectives Podcast SeriesExploring the Many Nuances of the Article 9 Sale ProcessRichelle Kalnit, Ian Fredericks, Brent Bonham and Johnathan Cuticelli each share their industry-specific expertise regarding the disposition of collateral under Article 9 of the Uniform Commercial Code.2022-04-0419 min