Freddie Smithson

About Freddie Smithson

With over 35 years of experience in the finance industry, my mission is to identify and unlock value from illiquid and underperforming assets, such as bankruptcy claims, judgments, loans, and remnant assets.I specialize in sourcing, analyzing, negotiating, and executing complex transactions across various sectors and jurisdictions. I bring a diverse and global perspective to my work, having worked in multiple countries and cultures throughout my career. I leverage my extensive expertise in investment banking, capital markets, and investments to execute deals.I have also developed and maintained strong relationships with trustees, receivers, and investors to facilitate deal origination and completion. I am also working extensively with a plan administrator of a liquidating trust to maximize value for stakeholders.While I haven\'t attended law school, my unique experience representing myself as a plaintiff in both Federal Bankruptcy Court and State Court breach of contract cases has equipped me with invaluable legal knowledge and understanding of complex legal matters.My credentials as a CFA, CPA, and CIRA allow me to provide valuable insights on finance, tax, accounting, insolvency, and restructuring matters.

Experience

1. Managing Director

   Strategic Liquidity Fund Acquisitions, Slfaq, Llc

   Jan 2021 — Present · Delray Beach, FL, US

   I focus on purchasing distressed bank loans, acquiring creditor claims, remnant assets, and judgments from creditors, trustees, and receivers. My role also includes providing diligence oversight of a liquidating trust aiming to maximize value for stakeholders.

Education

• University of Michigan - Stephen M. Ross School of Business

  Bachelor of Business Administration - BBA, Accounting and Computer Science

  1983 — 1987

• NYU Stern School of Business

  Master of Business Administration - MBA, Finance

  1988 — 1990