Philadelphia Firm True Launches Private Credit Practice
The Philadelphia-based executive search firm is establishing a dedicated unit to support the $1 trillion private credit market.
Updated on Oct. 26, 2026 in People
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True has launched a specialized practice focused on the private credit lending sector. The firm aims to provide permanent and interim executive solutions for credit-focused asset managers facing rising defaults and competition.
Why it matters
Rapid leadership changes are increasingly necessary as portfolio managers navigate a sector where defaults and competitive pressures are mounting. Firms like True facilitate these transitions to help stabilize companies within complex asset portfolios.
The private credit lending sector is valued at over $1 trillion. Credit-focused asset managers frequently oversee portfolios that can exceed 100 individual companies.
The players
True
True is a Philadelphia-based executive search firm that provides talent and leadership solutions to various industries.
Rick Bank
Rick Bank is the leader of the newly established private credit practice at True.
The details
The new practice integrates permanent executive recruitment with interim and fractional leadership placement. To ensure candidate quality, the firm utilizes market mapping, executive assessments, and reference diligence.
Timeline
PwC published its Global Private Credit Survey in 2026.
Market Landscape
The firm's expansion follows the trends highlighted in the 2026 PwC Global Private Credit Survey. This move positions the recruiter to capitalize on the increasing operational complexity and turnover requirements within the $1 trillion private credit asset class.
Investors and stakeholders may see faster executive transitions, including interim placements identified within 15 days of a requirement. This efficiency helps boards navigate legal timelines, such as the 60-day window for leadership changes during transitions.
The takeaway
Companies undergoing restructuring may find themselves filling permanent CEO roles as early as the 35th day of an interim assignment. Businesses should prepare for these rapid leadership cycles to meet shifting portfolio requirements.
Further reading
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Source note: This article includes information reported by MyChesCo.
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