Michael Gelblat

Michael Gelblat is the Chief Executive Officer and Chief Investment Officer of Onex Credit Partners LLC, a leading credit-focused investment firm based in New York. In this role, he oversees the firm’s investment strategy, portfolio management, and overall operations, guiding the direction of its credit and direct lending activities. Gelblat is responsible for driving the growth and expansion of Onex Credit Partners’ asset base and investment platform, with a focus on delivering strong risk-adjusted returns for investors.

Gelblat’s investment expertise centers on credit strategies, including direct lending, leveraged finance, and distressed debt, with a particular emphasis on middle-market companies across a range of industries such as industrials, business services, healthcare, and consumer products. His approach leverages Onex Credit Partners’ established infrastructure and deep sector knowledge to identify and execute compelling investment opportunities, often in partnership with private equity sponsors.

Prior to co-founding Onex Credit Partners in 2005, Gelblat held senior roles at GK Capital, where he gained extensive experience in credit investing and portfolio management. He is recognized for his leadership in expanding Onex Credit Partners’ direct lending platform and for his contributions to the growth of the firm’s assets under management. Gelblat’s career is marked by a consistent track record of building and scaling successful credit investment businesses, and he is widely respected for his strategic vision and operational acumen in the private credit industry.