Graham SkellernNZ Herald·10 Jun, 2026 04:59 PM8 mins to readThe founders of Aotea Asset Management, from left: Raynor McMahon, Will Carnachan, Nick Whitwell and Craig McManaway.In such a short time, Aotea Asset Management has become a leading player in providing corporates and medium-sized firms an alternative to bank lending, writes Graham SkellernOver the last five years, private credit has gained momentum in New Zealand and become a mainstream financial product, Will Carnachan says proudly.TOP