BouSamra’s transition to MC Credit Partners follows his successful tenure at MEBS, where he served as CIO for two decades. During his time at the Nashville pension fund, BouSamra played a pivotal role in transforming the fund’s financial standing, taking it from a 60% funded status to fully funded. This achievement was underpinned by the construction of a dynamic and adaptable portfolio, a testament to his strategic investment acumen. His experience encompasses overseeing over $4 billion in capital deployment within private markets, providing him with a deep understanding of institutional investment landscapes.
In his new capacity at MC Credit Partners, BouSamra will leverage his extensive background to develop innovative strategies that complement the firm’s core focus on middle market direct lending. His responsibilities include enhancing risk-adjusted returns for investors and collaborating closely with clients to refine and expand MCCP’s offerings. Furthermore, BouSamra will be actively involved in identifying and sourcing new investment opportunities within the middle market sector, further strengthening MC Credit Partners’ position in the industry.
Reflecting on his move, BouSamra stated, “Drawing from almost 30 years of experience, including my role as Chief Investment Officer for the City of Nashville, I am able to offer insights on almost all areas of institutional investing. In particular, private markets where I invested over $4 billion of capital. My track record of taking a public plan from 60% funding to full funding and constructing a dynamic, adaptable portfolio positions me well for delivering strategic success aligned with MCCP’s limited partners’ interests.” He highlighted his readiness to contribute to MC Credit Partners’ continued growth and success in the competitive financial market.
MC Credit Partners specializes in providing tailored financial solutions to middle market companies through direct lending, structured credit, and collateralized loan obligations. The addition of BouSamra to their leadership team underscores MCCP’s commitment to strengthening its strategic capabilities and delivering exceptional value to its partners and investors within the middle market credit space.
