Kalon Capital launches mid-ticket equipment finance platform

Kalon Capital has launched as a mid-ticket equipment finance platform backed by Bender Equity, with industry veteran Nicole Torraco named as chief executive.

Stamford, Conn.-based Kalon Capital provides financing solutions to end users, vendors and OEMs across manufacturing, industrial services and infrastructure sectors, according to today’s Kalon release. The company has already begun originating transactions and building out the platform.

The firm targets the mid-ticket segment of equipment finance. offering flexible, relationship-driven financing to support acquisition, modernization and long-term asset performance. Torraco leads the company’s strategy and operations as it scales its presence in the U.S. equipment finance market.

Bender Equity, a private investment firm, is sponsoring the platform, according to the release. It brings experience in asset life cycle management and long-term capital formation.

Kalon Capital plans to pursue growth through organic originations and partnerships with manufacturers, dealers and sponsors. Its platform delivers faster response times while maintaining disciplined underwriting and a long-term approach to asset performance.