James Leonard

James Leonard has a diverse work experience in the financial services industry, primarily focusing on trade finance and structured financing solutions. James is currently working as a Managing Director at Finacity Corporation, where they develop alternative funding solutions for transactions outside the traditional securitization model. Prior to this, James worked as a Director at Raistone and Senior Vice President at Jefferies | Leucadia - Trade Finance Group. James also served as the Director & Head of Bank Distribution in the Americas at Greensill. James has extensive experience in managing financial services companies, having been a Managing Director at Finacity Corporation from 2010 to 2019 and the Owner of Montgomery Consulting International, LLC from 2008 to 2010. James has also worked in various roles at Rosemount Capital Management, GSTS Group, Bank of Tokyo-Mitsubishi Ltd., and Nippon Credit Bank, NY Branch. James has a strong background in marketing trade finance and USD clearing products, structuring financing solutions, and managing relationships with diverse clients.

James Leonard received their MBA in International Finance from NYU Stern School of Business between 1984 and 1988. Prior to that, they earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Economics from William & Mary, attending from 1978 to 1982. James completed their high school education at John Glenn High School, receiving a Diploma between 1976 and 1978. No specific field of study is provided for their high school diploma.