You may not know our name,
but you definitely know our faces.
We’re Archway.

Andrew S. McGhee brings over three decades of leadership in commercial finance, private equity, and asset-based lending. Most recently, he served as Founding Partner of Archway Ventures LLC and was previously Vice Chairman of White Oak Commercial Finance from 2020 to 2023. He co-founded and led AloStar Capital Finance as President and CEO, where he helped launch the firm through the acquisition of a failed Alabama-based bank and a $160 million private equity-backed capital raise.

Neal Mulford offers more than 30 years of experience across a broad spectrum of commercial lending disciplines, including asset-based lending (ABL), cash flow lending, mezzanine finance, and credit risk management. He has held senior roles with institutions such as AloStar, CIT, Regions Bank, Legacy Capital, and White Oak, where he developed deep expertise in underwriting, portfolio management, new business development, and field examination.

Mark Kassis brings over three decades of experience in commercial and specialty finance, with a focus on structuring and managing complex credit solutions. His product expertise includes asset-based and cash flow lending, equipment finance, off-balance sheet transactions, project finance, and small ticket receivables financing.

David Phillips brings over 30 years of leadership and senior-level experience in the asset-based and specialty finance industry. He has held key roles across both bank and non-bank institutions, including Wingspire Capital, Alostar Capital, Regions Bank, Wells Fargo, CIT, and Heller Financial. Throughout his career, David has played a pivotal role in launching and scaling successful lending platforms, notably the Retail Specialty Finance divisions at CIT and Wells Fargo, the commercial finance platform at AloStar Capital Finance, and most recently, the non-bank platform at Wingspire Capital.

Janet Riccard is an accomplished Commercial Lending Operations Manager with over 25 years of experience. She is well-versed in Collateral Management, Loan Accounting and Treasury Operations. She has successfully launched lending platforms and spearheaded the implementation of new operational management systems. She is committed to driving efficient and compliant loan operations while fostering strong relationships with clients and stakeholders. Janet has a proven track record of developing and mentoring staff, resulting in enhanced team collaboration and productivity. She is a firm believer in team cohesion and leads with integrity and transparency. In her free time, she enjoys traveling abroad and spending time outdoors.

George Vartanov brings a disciplined underwriting approach and a collaborative mindset to Archway's credit team. He is a CFA Level III Candidate and holds a degree from Bentley University. In his role, George supports Archway's underwriting function by evaluating transactions, collaborating across teams, and ensuring clients receive financing solutions that are both sound and strategic. His background equips him to navigate complex financial structures while maintaining a practical, solutions-oriented perspective — an essential fit for Archway's client-focused model.

Matthew Lesser brings more than 20 years of experience in commercial banking, asset-based lending, lender finance, and specialty finance to Archway's growing originations platform. Lesser joins Archway from First Citizens Bank, where he held a senior origination and business development role focused on asset-based lending and lender finance for middle-market companies and financial sponsors. Prior to that, he spent a significant portion of his career at CIT Group, working closely with private equity firms, independent sponsors, specialty finance platforms, and turnaround professionals to structure creative financing solutions across both sponsored and non-sponsored transactions. Known for his collaborative, market-facing approach, Lesser is based in the New York metro area and holds a Bachelor of Science in Finance from the Indiana University Kelley School of Business and is a CFA charterholder

Michael Goletz brings more than 20 years of experience in asset-based lending and middle-market finance, with a strong track record of originating, structuring, and executing complex transactions across both bank and non-bank platforms. He has developed deep relationships with private equity sponsors, investment banks, restructuring advisors, and corporate leaders throughout the Midwest, positioning him to drive meaningful growth for Archway in the region. Prior to joining Archway, Goletz held senior origination roles at leading financial institutions, where he consistently built and scaled regional lending platforms and partnered closely with underwriting and credit teams to deliver disciplined, creative financing solutions. He is based in Indianapolis