Steve Aronowitz
New York,NY
Summary
Seasoned Managing Director with significant experience in managing credit portfolios and leading teams of professionals. Highly skilled at reviewing credit transactions and partnering with business development colleagues to drive new business. Known for commercial and collaborative approach with the business line, managing risk effectively, and creating a positive work environment to achieve organizational goals.
Overview
41
41
years of professional experience
Work History
Managing Director
MUFG Bank
New York, NY
04.2011 - 07.2024
- Group Head for TMT/Sports & Entertainment Finance in the Credit Division for the Americas.
- Managed a portfolio of approximately 300 credits and 4 direct reports.
- Responsibilities included: 1) Timely and accurate ratings; 2) Meeting all credit reporting requirements; 3) Approving new credit transactions.
Senior Credit Portfolio Manager
PRIMUS Financial Services
New York, NY
04.2006 - 11.2010
- Responsible for investment decisions in single-name CDS for a portfolio of approximately 250 companies in various industries.
- Conducted quarterly credit reviews for all portfolio companies.
- Present portfolio reviews to the Board of Directors.
Managing Director
Bank of America
New York, NY
04.1983 - 03.2006
- Various roles over 23 years of experience at BofA and predecessor banks.
- Responsibilities included: 1) Relationship management 1984-1992; 2) Underwriting 1993-2003; 3) Third line of defense 2004; 4) Credit approval 2005-2006.
- Managed a staff of up to 10 employees.
Education
MBA - Finance
New York University
New York, NY05-1982
Bachelor of Arts - Economics
SUNY Stony Brook
Stony Brook, NY05-1979
Skills
- Credit Analysis
- Mentoring and training
- Cross-functional team leadership
- Quality Assurance
- Client Relationships
- Account Management
Timeline
Managing Director
MUFG Bank
04.2011 - 07.2024
Senior Credit Portfolio Manager
PRIMUS Financial Services
04.2006 - 11.2010
Managing Director
Bank of America
04.1983 - 03.2006
MBA - Finance
New York University
Bachelor of Arts - Economics
SUNY Stony Brook