Willis Lease Finance Corporation Welcomes Steven Bridgland as Head of Investor Relations & Capital Markets for Willis Aviation Capital

Company Overview - Willis Lease Finance Corporation (WLFC) is a leading lessor of commercial aircraft engines and a global provider of aviation services [1][3] - The company engages in leasing large and regional spare commercial aircraft engines and aircraft to various clients, including airlines and maintenance providers [3] Recent Appointment - Steven Bridgland has been appointed as Head of Investor Relations & Capital Markets for Willis Aviation Capital, the company's newly announced asset manager [1] - In his role, Bridgland will manage existing investor relationships, develop new ones, and support capital deployment efforts [1] Experience and Expertise - Bridgland brings over three decades of experience in equity and debt capital markets, investor relations, and aviation finance [2] - His previous roles include senior positions at Deucalion Aviation, DVB, RBC Capital Markets, and Greenwich NatWest, with a strong focus on structuring aviation funds and joint ventures [2] Leadership Statement - Brian R. Hole, Global Head of Managed Funds & Credit at WLFC, expressed excitement about Bridgland's appointment, highlighting his trustworthiness and integrity [3]