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.

Latest Insights by Nathan McConnell

Alpha Engine Perspectives
September 28, 2026 • 2 min read

Inside the Loomis Sayles Private Credit Team

Go inside the Loomis Sayles’ Private Credit Team’s disciplined, collaborative process for evaluating private credit opportunities and structuring solutions for issuers.
Private Credit
Alpha Engine Perspectives
September 28, 2026 • 2 min read

The Complexity Premium in Private Credit

Complex financing needs can create compelling opportunities in private credit. Nathan McConnell explains how experienced investors can underwrite these structures and potentially[…]
Private Credit
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.
Private Credit