Biography

Nathan McConnell is a Director of Private Credit at Loomis, Sayles & Company. In this role, he is responsible for originating, underwriting and structuring private corporate and esoteric transactions. Nathan joined Loomis Sayles in 2022 from Equitrust, where he was a private credit and structured products analyst, responsible for underwriting, researching, and leading the deal process for direct investments across a range of asset sectors. Previously, he was an investment grade credit analyst at Mutual of Omaha, where he managed the credit analysis, trading recommendations, and portfolio management for a 35-name industrial investment grade portfolio. Nathan began his career as a research analyst on the Global CIO’s team at Guggenheim Partners Investment Management, conducting macroeconomic and investment sector research with a focus on leveraged credit and real estate. He earned a BS from the University of Chicago.

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Alpha Engine Perspectives
February 24, 2026 • 8 min read

Unlocking Value in Private Credit: Inside Loomis Sayles’ Integrated Approach

The expanding private credit market presents a distinct opportunity for fixed income investors and Loomis Sayles' dedicated Private Credit Team.
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