Our Transactions

On October 3, 2025, KeyBanc Capital Markets Inc. (KBCM) successfully closed the syndication of $300 million Senior Secured Credit Facilities for WarHorse Gaming, LLC, wholly owned by the Winnebago Tribe of Nebraska’s award-winning economic development corporation, Ho-Chunk, Inc. The financing included a $250 million Term Loan A and a $50 million Revolving Credit Facility. Proceeds will be used to refinance existing indebtedness, fund working capital and capital expenditures, and general corporate purposes.

KBCM was selected to serve as Joint Lead Arranger on the transaction due to our successful track record of executing syndicated transactions and industry expertise in the debt capital markets.

About WarHorse Gaming, LLC
The Tribe established WarHorse in 2022 to develop, own, and operate two commercial casinos in eastern Nebraska: WarHorse Gaming Lincoln, LLC and WarHorse Gaming Omaha, LLC. WarHorse completed its multi-phase development in April 2025 and currently features an aggregate of 1,900 slot machines, 28 table games, several F&B options, and other premium amenities.

About Ho-Chunk, Inc.
Ho-Chunk, Inc. (“Ho-Chunk”) was established in 1994 as an independent commercial entity owned by the Tribe. Ho-Chunk owns and operates a diversified portfolio of businesses spanning multiple end markets including gaming & real estate, manufacturing & distribution, consumer, and government contracting. As a long-term capital provider, Ho-Chunk prioritizes their dual mission of generating revenue and affecting positive social and economic impact.

About Winnebago Tribe of Nebraska
Winnebago Tribe of Nebraska is a federally recognized sovereign nation comprised of over 5,000 enrolled members. Tribal lands encompass over 27,600 acres across eastern Nebraska.

KeyBank Community Development Lending & Investment provided $71.2 million in capital for new construction of The Heights, a 160-unit affordable housing project in Akron, Ohio. All 160 units will serve families and individuals earning no more than 40%-70% of Area Median Income (AMI). The property will feature amenities for residents that will include a clubhouse and picnic area, fitness center, and a playground. We want to thank DFP Development LLC and Industrial Realty Group LLC for their sponsorship and shared mission to build much-needed affordable housing in Ohio.

The financing includes a $30.1 million construction loan, $26.2 million in LIHTC equity, $15.4 million permanent loan arranged by Key Commercial Mortgage Group, and $25 million public sale of tax-exempt private activity bonds arranged by KeyBank Capital Markets.

KeyBank Community Development Lending & Investment provided $5.8 million in capital for the new construction of Brynhill Apartments, a 59-unit affordable housing project in North Plains, Oregon. All 59 units will serve families and individuals earning no more than 30%-60% of Area Median Income (AMI). Supportive services will be offered to residents by Centro Cultural, a community-based and culturally specific organization serving the Latinx community in Washington Counties. CC provides multigenerational and culturally specific services through the following core program areas: K-12 STEAM education, workforce development, small business technical assistance, public engagement, civic advocacy, community health and wellness, transitional housing, and community-wide arts and cultural events. We want to thank Home First Development Green Light Investments for their sponsorship and shared mission to build much-needed affordable housing in Oregon.

The financing includes a $3.3 million construction loan and a $2.5 million permanent loan.

KeyBank Community Development Lending & Investment provided $12.8 million in capital for the new construction of Artem on Gay, a 71-unit affordable housing project in Columbus, Ohio. All 71 units will serve families and individuals earning no more than 30%-80% of Area Median Income (AMI). The property will feature amenities for residents including a community room and a fitness center. We want to thank the Ohio Community Development Finance Fund for their sponsorship and shared mission to build much-needed affordable housing in Ohio.

The financing includes a $8.3 million construction loan and a $4.5 million permanent loan.

KeyBank Community Development Lending & Investment provided $66 million in capital for the new construction of Vita Lifestyle of Lafayette, a 198-unit senior affordable housing project in Lafayette, Indiana. This project will serve senior citizens earning no more than 40%–60% of Area Median Income (AMI). The property will feature amenities for residents that include a community room, pet wash, sports courts, and community patio. We want to thank Vita Investment Holdings LLC for their sponsorship and shared mission to build much-needed affordable housing in Indiana.

The financing includes $37.2 million in construction loans, a $28.8 million permanent loan arranged by Key Commercial Mortgage Group, and bond underwriting arranged by KeyBank Capital Markets.

KeyBank Community Development Lending and Investment (CDLI) provided a $25.9 million loan to finance the new construction of 1434 W. Compton Blvd LP, a 75-unit affordable housing project located in Compton, California. The Coalition for Responsible Community Development (CRCD) has partnered with LandSpire Group, LLC, to develop the project. This is the inaugural development project between the sponsor, CRCD, and LandSpire Group, LLC, a partnership that aims to produce 1,000+ permanent supportive and affordable housing units across the Greater Los Angeles area over the next decade.

The project will be a three-story development consisting of studio, one-bedroom and two-bedroom units, all of which are restricted at or below 50% of the area median income (AMI). Fifty percent of the units are set aside as permanent supportive housing, and the remaining 50% as general affordable housing. Additional LIHTC equity and Freddie Mac TEL permanent financing were secured from Walker & Dunlop.

Founded in 2005, the Coalition for Responsible Community Development (CRCD) is a 501(c) 3 organization dedicated to improving the quality of life in South Los Angeles. CRCD supports low-income residents and small businesses with jobs, education, training, affordable housing, and comprehensive support. Since its inception, CRCD has facilitated $160 million in investments, creating 464 housing units and additional development worth $665 million.

Founded in 2019, LandSpire Group is a Southern California-based real estate private equity firm specializing in investing in ground-up developments in select U.S. markets that are experiencing housing affordability challenges and supply imbalances. LandSpire's housing portfolio currently consists of 500 units of market rate and workforce housing, with an additional 400 units of affordable and workforce housing scheduled for delivery by the end of 2025.

1434 W. Compton Blvd LP, which is expected to be completed by May 2027, will have onsite amenities including laundry facilities, a community room, a tot lot, a landscaped courtyard, an amphitheater-style seating area, a basketball/multi-court play area, onsite parking and a resident manager. Social services will also be provided on-site by CRCD and other community partners.

Matthew Haas and Cathy Danigelis of KeyBank CDLI structured the financing.

On September 26, 2025, KeyBanc Capital Markets Inc. (KBCM) successfully closed a new financing transaction for Ho-Chunk Nation of Wisconsin (HCN). The $610 million Senior Secured Credit Facilities (the Credit Facilities) consist of a $305 million Revolving Credit Facility and a $305 million Delayed Draw Term Loan. In combination with ~$95 million of equity, proceeds of the Credit Facilities will be used to finance the construction of the Nation’s new flagship casino resort in Beloit, Wisconsin, and pay fees and expenses. KBCM acted as Left Lead Arranger, Joint Bookrunner and Administrative Agent on the transaction.

HCN is a new Left Lead Agency for KBCM. KBCM was selected to arrange the financing due to our unmatched experience and expertise in the Native American Financial Services industry, robust Debt Capital Markets platform, and historical track record of success leading and syndicating transactions in the gaming space.

About Ho-Chunk Nation of Wisconsin
Ho-Chunk Nation is a federally recognized sovereign Tribal nation with ~7,766 enrolled members. Headquartered in Black River Falls, Wisconsin, the Nation’s trust lands are mainly non-contiguous and scattered across 14 counties throughout Wisconsin and surrounding states. The Ho-Chunk Nation Legislature skillfully negotiated and authorized the credit facility. The Nation’s Department of Business is responsible for the management and administration of its business enterprises, including Ho-Chunk Gaming Wisconsin.

About Ho-Chunk Gaming Wisconsin
The Nation currently owns and operates six gaming facilities under the Ho-Chunk Gaming Wisconsin brand, with locations in Black River Falls, Wisconsin Dells, Madison, Wittenberg, Tomah, and Nekoosa. Ho-Chunk Gaming Wisconsin is developing a new ~$705 million destination-style casino resort in Beloit, Wisconsin. The property will feature over 1,500 slot machines and 40 table games, a 312-room hotel with a rooftop lounge, numerous food and beverage outlets, a 2,000-seat convention center, and a parking garage. Construction started in October 2024 with the Casino opening in September 2026. The Hotel and Convention Center is expected to be completed in September 2027.

On September 18, 2025, KeyBanc Capital Markets served as Joint Bookrunner on Pattern Group Inc.’s (Pattern or the Company) $300 million Initial Public Offering of 21,428,572 shares, excluding overallotment.

Pattern accelerates brands on global e-commerce marketplaces leveraging proprietary technology and AI. Utilizing more than 46 trillion data points, sophisticated machine learning and AI models, Pattern optimizes and automates all levers of e-commerce growth for global brands, including advertising, content management, logistics and fulfillment, pricing, forecasting and customer service. Hundreds of global brands depend on the Company’s e-commerce acceleration platform every day to drive profitable revenue growth across 60+ global marketplaces — including Amazon, Walmart.com, Target.com, eBay, Tmall, TikTok Shop, JD, and Mercado Libre.

On September 17, 2025, KeyBanc Capital Markets served as Joint Bookrunner on Netskope, Inc.’s (Netskope or the Company) $1.04 billion Initial Public Offering of 54,970,000 shares, including overallotment.

Netskope, a leader in modern security and networking for the cloud and AI era, addresses the needs of both security and networking teams by providing optimized access and real-time, context-based security for people, devices, and data anywhere they go. Netskope delivers its offerings through a Software-as-a-Service business model, selling subscriptions that provide customers access to its platform along with related support services. The Company is a developer of a cloud security platform designed to provide visibility and real-time data and threat protection while accessing websites and private applications.

In September 2025, KeyBanc Capital Markets (KBCM) acted as Joint Bookrunner on Amkor Technology, Inc.’s (Amkor or the Company) offering of $500 million Senior Notes due 2033 (the Notes). Proceeds from the Notes will be used to repay the existing 6.625% Senior Notes due 2027, for general corporate purposes, and to pay related fees and expenses. 

KBCM was selected to serve as Joint Bookrunner on the offering as a result of our deep industry knowledge and High Yield Capital Markets expertise.

Amkor is the world’s largest U.S.-headquartered OSAT service provider and is a global leader in outsourced semiconductor packaging and test services. Since its founding in 1968, Amkor has pioneered the outsourcing of integrated circuit packaging and test services and is a strategic manufacturing partner for the world’s leading semiconductor companies, foundries, and electronics OEMs. Amkor provides turnkey manufacturing services for the communication, computing, automotive and industrial and consumer markets, including smartphones, data centers, artificial intelligence, electric vehicles and wearables.

In September 2025, we served as Active Joint Bookrunner on Interstate Power & Light’s (IPL) issuance of $300 million Senior Debentures due October 1, 2055, with a 5.6% coupon. IPL, a wholly owned subsidiary of Alliant Energy Corporation, is a public utility serving Iowa with electricity and natural gas. It provides electric service to about 500,000 customers and 230,000 natural gas customers.

IPL intends to use the net proceeds to reduce outstanding capital under their receivables purchase and sale program, to reduce outstanding commercial paper, and/or for general corporate purposes. KeyBanc Capital Markets served as Active Joint Bookrunner.

On September 10, 2025, KeyBanc Capital Markets (KBCM) successfully priced $225 million of Convertible Senior Notes due 2031 for Astronics Corporation (Astronics or the Company). Proceeds will be used to fund the repurchase of a portion of the existing 5.500% Convertible Senior Notes due 2030 and to fund a Capped Call in connection with the offering. KBCM acted as Joint Bookrunner on the transaction. 

Astronics Corporation (NASDAQ: ATRO) serves the world’s aerospace, defense, and other mission critical industries with proven, innovative technology solutions. The Company works side-by-side with customers, integrating their array of power, connectivity, lighting, structures, interiors, and test technologies to solve complex challenges. For over 50 years, Astronics has delivered creative, customer-focused solutions with exceptional responsiveness. Today, global airframe manufacturers, airlines, militaries, completion centers, and Fortune 500 companies rely on the collaborative spirit and innovation of Astronics.

KeyBank Community Development Lending & Investment provided $22.4 million in capital for the new construction of Timber Ridge, a 52-unit senior affordable housing project in Davenport, Iowa. All 52 units will serve senior citizens earning no more than 40%-60% of Area Median Income (AMI). The property will feature amenities for residents that will include a clubhouse, fitness center, business center, playground, and a picnic area. We want to thank Woda Cooper Companies Inc for their sponsorship and shared mission to build much-needed affordable housing in Iowa.

The financing includes a $11.2 million construction loan and $11.2 million in LIHTC equity.

KeyBank Community Development Lending & Investment provided capital for new construction of Beeler Park Flats, a 64-unit affordable housing project in Denver, Colorado. All 64 units will serve families and individuals earning no more than 30%-60% Area Median Income (AMI). Supportive services will be offered to residents through the Foundation for Sustainable Urban Communities (FSUC), who will utilize the community space to provide services that aim to promote healthy living, lifelong learning, and sustainable transportation. We want to thank Mile High Development and BMC Investments for their sponsorship and shared mission to build much-needed affordable housing in Colorado.

The financing includes a construction loan, LIHTC equity, and a Freddie Mac forward commitment for permanent financing.

Cain Brothers, a division of KeyBanc Capital Markets, served as exclusive financial advisor to HonorHealth in its proposed acquisition of Evernorth Care Group from The Cigna Group.

Cain Brothers advised HonorHealth throughout a competitive process, providing strategic guidance, diligence support, and transaction execution. The transaction expands HonorHealth’s footprint in the Phoenix area and underscores its commitment to delivering coordinated, high-quality care.

HonorHealth is a leading health system with a 100+ year legacy of providing care to the more than 5 million people across the greater Phoenix area. The system operates nine acute care hospitals and a broad network of primary, specialty, and urgent care locations. HonorHealth focuses on expanding access and enhancing care delivery through strategic partnerships and innovation.

Evernorth Care Group provides care to patients in 18 locations across the Phoenix area, serving nearly 200,000 patients. The organization has a 50-year history of providing integrated, high-quality, affordable care and is recognized for its team-based, patient-centered model.  

The Cigna Group (NYSE: CI) is a global health company serving individuals and communities worldwide through its divisions, including Cigna Healthcare and Evernorth Health Services.

On August 29, 2025, KeyBanc Capital Markets (KBCM) successfully advised United Titanium, Inc. (United Titanium or the Company), on its sale to Riverspan Partners (Riverspan). KBCM was chosen to serve as United Titanium’s Exclusive Sell-Side Advisor based on its industry-leading industrial investment banking franchise, longstanding relationship with the Company and proven M&A execution capabilities.

Founded in 1962 and headquartered in Wooster, Ohio, United Titanium is a leading manufacturer of engineered mission-critical fasteners, fittings and precision components. The Company specializes in hard-to-manufacture alloys including titanium, zirconium, cobalt, nickel, tantalum, nitronic and other specialty alloys. United Titanium serves customers across the defense, electronics, medical, petrochemical, commercial and industrial distribution end markets.

Riverspan is a middle-market private equity firm headquartered in Chicago, Illinois. Founded in 2022, the firm seeks to invest in companies within the chemicals and materials, engineered components, industrial services and manufacturing sectors. The firm is currently investing out of its first institutional fund.