NextGen Network
Next Gen’s mission is to establish a forum for the exclusive benefit of junior, working professionals in the fund finance industry ranging from entry level positions to Vice Presidents and Senior Associates. This collective of bankers, private market professionals, lawyers and others related to the fund finance industry, will gather to share market insights and benefit from educational, networking, and mentorship opportunities in an engaging atmosphere. Next Gen, established in 2018, will continue to host events in London and New York City. Events will include educational seminars, networking socials, and industry panels, which will be collectively aimed at achieving Next Gen’s goal of developing the junior professionals to be future leaders of the industry.
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2024 NextGen Member of the Year Award Recipient
Annabella Kwei - Stifel Bank
nnabella Kwei, Vice President at Stifel Bank, has been selected as this years Fund Finance Association’s NextGen member of the year! Annabella is an emerging leader and mentor who is deeply dedicated to the fund finance industry. She is actively involved in the Fund Finance Association as part of the US leadership team for our NextGen group and contributes significantly to WFF initiatives and events. Renowned for her collaborative spirit and caring nature, Annabella is responsive to both clients and colleagues. She was elected to ACG New York Women's and Forward Committees, furthering her commitment to empowerment and growth within the industry. Additionally, Annabella is a member of Gaingels, embodying her dedication to diversity and inclusion. With her trajectory and commitment, Annabella's career is one to watch as she continues to make strides in the industry. Congratulations Annabella!
US Committee

Shen Mei Bolton
Managing Associate
Sidley Austin LLP

Sara Casey
Director
AB Private Credit Investors

Annabella Kwei
Vice President
Stifel Bank

Ashlea McLelland
Director
TPG

Jordan Severro
Fund Finance Analyst
EverBank
EMEA Committee

Gül Akad
Supervising Associate
Simmons and Simmons

Greg Andrews
Associate Director
ANZ

Joel Buckett
Vice President
Deutsche Bank

Emily Fuller
Partner
Haynes Boone

Billal Malik
Head of Subscription Credit Finance
Citi

Ross Wilding
Counsel
Walkers

Pierre-Henry Quantin
Corinthia Global Management Limited

Ed Cotter
Senior Associate
NLC

Phuong Dang
Analyst
Ares Management

Matthew Fildes
Vice President
Raiffeisen Bank Intl.

Iuliia Popova
Business Development Associate
Glas Agency
APAC Committee

Natalie Carter
Co-Chair APAC
Walkers

Adrian Chiang
Co-Chair APAC
A&O Shearman

Victoria Eriksson
Co-Chair APAC
Ashurst

Somdatta Basu
Director, Fund Finance APAC, Financial Institutions
ING

Karen Chow
First Vice President, Private Equity
East West Bank

Pui Yee Lai
Lawyer, Banking and Finance
Mourant

Emily Tsoi
Associate
Jones Day

Shutian Xu
Manager, Financial Institutions Department
Bank of China