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Magazine-style graphic from ABF Journal featuring a section titled ‘The Pulse’ and a headshot of a man in a hat. The headline reads ‘The Tariff Paradox: Why Economic Nationalism—and Its Risks for Lenders—May Be Here to Stay.’ Below the headline is an illustration of an ostrich with its head in the sand next to the words ‘Tariff Risk?’ in red block letters.

The Tariff Paradox: Why Economic Nationalism—and Its Risks for Lenders—May Be Here to Stay

Written by Robert DiNozzi, originally published in ABFJournal. Economic nationalism has proven durable across administrations. For lenders, the real story…

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Not Your Parents’ Article 9 Restructuring

  This article was originally published in the September 2024 issue of the Turnaround Management Association’s Journal of Corporate Renewal….

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Graphic titled “Saving NAMCO: How a Collaborative Article 9 Restructuring Became a TMA ‘Better Together’ Success.” The design features a red and white life preserver on a light blue background with stylized pool water and a curved white pool edge, symbolizing rescue and collaboration.

Saving Namco: How a Collaborative Article 9 Restructuring Became a TMA “Better Together” Success

By Robert DiNozzi, originally published in Journal of Corporate Renewal on October 6, 2025.   In 2023, Namco Pool &…

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What Business Owners Need to Know About "MCA Debt Relief" Firms

What Business Owners Need to Know About “MCA Debt Relief” Firms

ABL Advisor named Rise Alliance a TOP MCA relief firm. Download the guide: The 10 Questions Business Owners Must Ask…

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The Truth About MCA Debt Relief: Hidden Risks for Borrowers and Lenders—And Real Paths to Recovery

Originally published June 24, 2025 in ABF Journal. The Problem with Online MCA Debt Relief Promises When distressed business owners…

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**Alt text:** Cover image of an article from *ABF Journal* titled "Irreconcilable Differences: How MCA Abuse of 'Reconciliation Rights' Threatens Collateral" by Robert DiNozzi, dated April 25, 2025. The header features logos for Rise Alliance and Second Wind Consultants. Below, a comic-style illustration shows two angry businessmen arguing face-to-face. One is shouting, "Reconcile?! No F#@%ing Way!" in a speech bubble. A small circular portrait of the author in a hat and blazer is in the top-right corner. The overall tone is bold and confrontational.

Irreconcilable Differences: How MCA Abuse of “Reconciliation Rights” Threatens Collateral

By Robert DiNozzi, Chief Growth Officer at our sister company, Second Wind Consultants. Originally published April 25, 2025 in ABF…

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How Asset-Based Lenders Can Leverage Article 9 to Generate Business, Mitigate Loss

Originally posted in ABFJournal | Written by Robert DiNozzi, Kevin McGarry, Entela Semini and Aaron Todrin Article 9 of the…

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Screenshot of an ABF Journal article titled "The Debt Settlement Trap: How Predatory 'Relief' Schemes Endanger Businesses and Lending Relationships." The article is sponsored by Rise Alliance, a division of Second Wind Consultants, whose logos appear in the top right. A summary below the headline explains how struggling business owners often fall prey to debt settlement companies that accelerate financial collapse and put secured lenders at risk. On the right side is a circular photo of a man with long blond hair wearing a black hat and blazer, hands clasped in front of him.

The Debt Settlement Trap: How Predatory “Relief” Schemes Endanger Businesses and Lending Relationships

By Robert DiNozzi, Chief Growth Officer at our sister company, Second Wind Consultants. Originally published March 14, 2025 in ABF…

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A Turnaround Journey: How Secured Finance and Article 9 Restructuring Saved Heavy Duty Radiator

The story of Heavy Duty Radiator (now JMP Industries) is one of resilience, turnaround and reinvention. It is a story…

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Second Wind Creates New Division Through Merger with Polaris Business Advisors

Originally published in ABL Advisor. Second Wind Consultants, America’s most respected name in corporate turnaround, announced its formal merger with…

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Financing Turnaround: How Secured Lending Saved Handaband USA

Originally posted in ABFJournal | Written by Robert DiNozzi, Chief Growth Officer, Second Wind Consultants Handaband USA was a thriving…

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What's Next for the Asset-based Lending Bank Take-out Ecosystem

What’s Next For The Asset-Based Lending Bank Take-Out Ecosystem?

Originally posted in ABFJournal | Written by Robert DiNozzi, Chief Growth Officer, Second Wind Consultants For decades, private equity investors…

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