Kevin Johnston
Vice President - Corporate Finance @SMBC Aviation Capital
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WORK HISTORY
Vice President - Corporate Finance @SMBC Aviation Capital
Dublin, IE
Managed relationships with variety of stakeholders to raise capital through banking (bilateral, syndication, club, US private placement transactions) and US capital markets (144A / Reg S), including structured and sustainability linked financing.• Regular communication with rating agencies.• Experience in structuring and managing securitisation vehicles backed by aircraft as collateral.• Utilised relationship management, financial structuring, and market knowledge to achieve company goals.
EDUCATION
Law Society of Ireland
Diploma in Aviation Leasing and Finance, International Finance
Trinity College Dublin
MSc, International Management
Heriot-Watt University
Master of Arts, Business and Finance
CIMA
Chartered Global Management Accountant
Methodist College Belfast
High School, A levels, GCSE
SKILLS
ABOUT KEVIN JOHNSTON
With a solid track record in corporate finance and commercial negotiations, I\'ve honed my expertise in capital markets and structured financing at SMBC Aviation Capital. My mission is to drive innovative financing solutions that support sustainable growth, aligning with the company\'s forward-thinking culture. My approach leverages relationship management and sustainability-linked financing to achieve our corporate objectives, reflecting a commitment to progressive and responsible financial strategies.Since April 2024, my role has centered on raising capital through diverse channels, including with our banking partners and US capital markets, and devising structured financing through securitised vehicles. My recent experience in relationship management and sustainable financing initiatives underscores my dedication to pushing the boundaries of traditional finance within the aviation Aviation Capital is the second largest aircraft lessor in the world with a balance sheet of c.$25bn, 1004 owned, managed and committed aircraft in its fleet, and a credit grade rating of A-(S&P) and
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