About AAPL Constituency Podcast: The Voices Behind the Industry
Elevating the voices shaping private lending
Welcome to AAPL Constituency, the official podcast of the American Association of Private Lenders — where we don’t just discuss private lending, we tell the stories that power it. Hosted by Linda Hyde and Eddie Wilson, each episode takes you behind the numbers and into the narratives of the people driving the industry forward.
From seasoned lenders and innovative service providers to forward-thinking policymakers and entrepreneurs, we uncover the moments, motivations, and lessons that define their journeys. You’ll hear how challenges turned into opportunities, ideas became impact, and connections built a thriving community.
Whether you’re a veteran in private lending, exploring real estate finance for the first time, or simply curious about the forces shaping private capital, this is your seat at the table — where the industry’s most authentic voices share their stories.
AAPL Constituency Podcast #6 - Carving Her Space: Sarah Downey on Courage and Identity in Private Lending (AUDIO ONLY)
Linda Hyde and co-host Alesondra Mora sit down with Sarah Downey of LoanBidz to explore courage, identity, and carving out a place in a male-dominated private lending industry. Sarah shares her path from operations to industry conferences, stepping into a family business, and finding her own voice.
The conversation covers imposter syndrome, setting boundaries while working with family, the value of human connection in building credibility, and Sarah’s next chapter of supporting brokers and the broader lending community.
For more information about LoanBidz, visit Loanbidz.com
8 Sept 2026
AAPL Constituency Podcast #6 - Carving Her Space: Sarah Downey on Courage and Identity in Private Lending
Linda Hyde and co-host Alesondra Mora sit down with Sarah Downey of LoanBidz to explore courage, identity, and carving out a place in a male-dominated private lending industry. Sarah shares her path from operations to industry conferences, stepping into a family business, and finding her own voice.
The conversation covers imposter syndrome, setting boundaries while working with family, the value of human connection in building credibility, and Sarah’s next chapter of supporting brokers and the broader lending community.
For more information about LoanBidz, visit Loanbidz.com
27 May 2026
AAPL Constituency Podcast #5 - Leadership, Licensure, and Lending Growth
Host Linda Hyde and co-host Alessandra Mora sit down with Jeremy Altervain to trace his evolution from early lending roles to founding Vault, highlighting the risks, pivots, and relationships that shaped his leadership.
Jeremy discusses the value of licensure, resetting the broker narrative, building credibility, and practical advice for scaling a private lending business while maintaining balance and resilience.
For more information about Vault Financial Services, visit Vaultfs.com
Host Linda Hyde and co-host Alessandra Mora sit down with Jeremy Altervain to trace his evolution from early lending roles to founding Vault, highlighting the risks, pivots, and relationships that shaped his leadership.
Jeremy discusses the value of licensure, resetting the broker narrative, building credibility, and practical advice for scaling a private lending business while maintaining balance and resilience.
For more information about Vault Financial Services, visit Vaultfs.com
15 Apr 2026
AAPL Constituency Podcast #4 - Building the Future of Private Lending: Sam Kaddah on Legacy, Tech, and Leadership (AUDIO ONLY)
Sam Kaddah joins the AAPL Constituency Podcast to discuss the evolution of private lending, his journey building Liquid Logics, and how technology and AI are reshaping underwriting and operations.
He reflects on industry relationships, principles-over-profit leadership, mentoring his son through succession, and the role of conferences in driving change.
For more information on Liquid Logics, visit liquidlogics.com
15 Apr 2026
AAPL Constituency Podcast #4 - Building the Future of Private Lending: Sam Kaddah on Legacy, Tech, and Leadership
Sam Kaddah joins the AAPL Constituency Podcast to discuss the evolution of private lending, his journey building Liquid Logics, and how technology and AI are reshaping underwriting and operations.
He reflects on industry relationships, principles-over-profit leadership, mentoring his son through succession, and the role of conferences in driving change.
For more information on Liquid Logics, visit liquidlogics.com
18 Mar 2026
AAPL Constituency Podcast #3 - From Attic to Empire: The Tedesco Story (AUDIO ONLY)
Linda Hyde and Eddie Wilson host Michael and Allison Tedesco as they recount starting Appraisal Nation from their attic, enduring market crashes and personal hardship, and building multiple businesses through risk, relentless relationship-building, and family support.
The episode highlights the complementary roles of visionary and organizer, the importance of showing up, cause-driven giving, practical leadership lessons, and advice for younger professionals on patience, resilience, and creating a trusted team.
For more information about Appraisal Nation, visit appraisalnation.com
18 Mar 2026
AAPL Constituency Podcast #3 - From Attic to Empire: The Tedesco Story
Linda Hyde and Eddie Wilson host Michael and Allison Tedesco as they recount starting Appraisal Nation from their attic, enduring market crashes and personal hardship, and building multiple businesses through risk, relentless relationship-building, and family support.
The episode highlights the complementary roles of visionary and organizer, the importance of showing up, cause-driven giving, practical leadership lessons, and advice for younger professionals on patience, resilience, and creating a trusted team.
For more information about Appraisal Nation, visit appraisalnation.com
18 Feb 2026
AAPL Constituency Podcast #2 - Building Trust at Scale: The Professionalization of Private Lending
On this episode of the AAPL Constituency Podcast, hosts Linda Hyde and Eddie Wilson sit down with industry leader Nema Daghbandan to discuss the transformation of AAPL from a sponsorship-driven conference into a member-first association. They cover the importance of principle over profit, the rising professionalization of private lending, and key partnerships like Fortra and Lightning Docs.
The conversation also gets personal — exploring faith, servant leadership, ego vs. organization, and practical advice Nima would give his younger self. Listen for insights on building trust, standardizing best practices, and the long game of growing a responsible private credit industry.
For more information on Fortra Law and Lightning Docs, visit FortraLaw.com and LightningDocs.ai
18 Feb 2026
AAPL Constituency Podcast #2 - Building Trust at Scale: The Professionalization of Private Lending (AUDIO ONLY)
On this episode of the AAPL Constituency Podcast, hosts Linda Hyde and Eddie Wilson sit down with industry leader Nema Daghbandan to discuss the transformation of AAPL from a sponsorship-driven conference into a member-first association. They cover the importance of principle over profit, the rising professionalization of private lending, and key partnerships like Fortra and Lightning Docs.
The conversation also gets personal — exploring faith, servant leadership, ego vs. organization, and practical advice Nima would give his younger self. Listen for insights on building trust, standardizing best practices, and the long game of growing a responsible private credit industry.
For more information on Fortra Law and Lightning Docs, visit FortraLaw.com and LightningDocs.ai
22 Jan 2026
AAPL Constituency Podcast #1 - Behind the Breakthrough: The AAPL Origin Story (AUDIO ONLY)
In this inaugural episode of the AAPL Constituency Podcast, hosts Linda Hyde and Eddie Wilson trace the association’s journey from a small, struggling organization to an influential industry leader. Linda shares her 12-year story of rebuilding AAPL through membership focus, education, advocacy, and legislation.
Listen for candid insights on leadership, inclusivity, ethics, and the influx of institutional capital into private lending, plus a look at upcoming programs and the organization’s future direction.
22 Jan 2026
AAPL Constituency Podcast #1 - Behind the Breakthrough: The AAPL Origin Story
In this inaugural episode of the AAPL Constituency Podcast, hosts Linda Hyde and Eddie Wilson trace the association’s journey from a small, struggling organization to an influential industry leader. Linda shares her 12-year story of rebuilding AAPL through membership focus, education, advocacy, and legislation. Listen for candid insights on leadership, inclusivity, ethics, and the influx of institutional capital into private lending, plus a look at upcoming programs and the organization’s future direction.
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