This session provided a foundational understanding of the asset class, covering key market participants, securitization mechanics, the CLO lifecycle and typical CLO structures and protections. Panelists included:  Andrew Berlin, Vice President, Director of Policy Research, LSTA; Anusha Joly,  Managing Director, Head of CLO Originations and SPG Syndicate, SMBC;                      Paul St. Lawrence, Partner, Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP and Mussie Tizazu, Managing Director - Head of CLO Origination and Structuring, SMBC