Global Jet Capital, a provider of financing solutions for large-cabin, long-range private jets, has announced that Steve Day has joined the company as managing director for capital markets.
Before his move to Global Jet Capital, Day spent 20 years with GE Capital, where his last role was head of investor development for the company’s securitization platforms. In his new role at Global Jet Capital, Day will oversee various capital markets and portfolio funding activities for the growing company.
Shawn Vick, executive director of Global Jet Capital, said, “Steve’s appointment is a major boost for our senior leadership team. He joins the company at an exciting time and his expertise in and understanding of the finance industry – coupled with his experience in the corporate aircraft market – will be invaluable to our future growth plans.”
Day’s appointment is part of a strategic move by Global Jet Capital to add new talent in its key international markets. As well as expanding the team in the USA, Global Jet Capital is in the process of adding origination professionals based in London, Hong Kong, Continental Europe and Dubai.