ALOK SARSIDHARAN
New York
Summary
Strategic finance and business development leader with over 10 years of experience in asset-backed finance, private credit, and growth strategy within the TMT (Technology, Media, Telecom) and infrastructure sectors. Proven success in originating and structuring mid-to-large scale financing solutions for SMBs and mid-market clients, building investment frameworks, and guiding cross-functional teams through product and GTM strategies. Adept in financial modeling, competitive analysis, and business case development. Strong communicator with a track record of driving measurable impact in fast-paced, data-driven environments.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Vice President - Specialized and Asset Finance
Macquarie Group
01.2020 - Current
- Originated and executed private credit facilities for SMB and mid-market clients in telecom infrastructure, advanced technology, and energy sectors.
- Developed strategic investment frameworks for financing broadband, data center, and wireless assets, supporting GTM and growth strategies.
- Led cross-functional teams through structuring of asset-backed securities, finance leases, and senior secured debt products, including full lifecycle execution and investor syndication.
- Structured a $200MM senior secured facility for a Tier-2 wireless carrier, incorporating performance-based hurdles, equity-linked incentives, and scalable risk pricing.
- Originated a $50MM finance lease backed by ECA and OEM support for a mid-market broadband provider; led valuation, credit, and exit strategy discussions.
- Built competitive market analyses and white space assessments to identify growth opportunities in emerging telecom verticals.
- Partnered with financial sponsors, OEMs, and internal credit teams to align execution with long-term portfolio strategies.
Director of Global Business Development
Li Rising LLC dba Re-Teck
01.2014 - 01.2019
- Headed TMT desk for global infrastructure asset recovery initiatives, partnering with telecom clients and equipment manufacturers.
- Developed and led business development strategies targeting SMB clients in North America and APAC markets.
- Identified new revenue streams through strategic partnerships and evaluated expansion opportunities in telecom asset remarketing and sustainability.
Supply Chain Manager
GSM Systems Ltd.
01.2012 - 01.2014
- Managed technical supply chain and logistics operations for telecom clients; optimized vendor relationships and inventory planning.
Systems Engineer
KPIT Cummins
01.2007 - 01.2009
- Developed software solutions for asset management platforms at Cummins Inc.; collaborated with global teams to enhance product capabilities.
Education
MBA - Corporate Finance
RUTGERS UNIVERSITY
05-2012
Skills
- Strategic Financial Modeling & Valuation
- Build-Buy-Partner Frameworks
- Product & Go-to-Market Strategy (GTM)
- Cross-functional Leadership & Stakeholder Alignment
- SMB Market Insight & Expansion Strategy
- Telecom Infrastructure & Technology Financing
- Asset-Backed Securities, Lease Structuring
- Due Diligence, Risk & Investment Analysis
- Microsoft Office Suite (Advanced Excel, PowerPoint), Bloomberg
Timeline
Vice President - Specialized and Asset Finance
Macquarie Group
01.2020 - Current
Director of Global Business Development
Li Rising LLC dba Re-Teck
01.2014 - 01.2019
Supply Chain Manager
GSM Systems Ltd.
01.2012 - 01.2014
Systems Engineer
KPIT Cummins
01.2007 - 01.2009
MBA - Corporate Finance
RUTGERS UNIVERSITY
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