Gavin Dowd

Gavin Dowd is a seasoned professional in corporate development and finance, currently serving as the Senior Manager of Corporate Development at Saltchuk since October 2024. Prior to this role, Gavin held the position of Corporate Development Finance Manager at SSA Marine, focusing on mergers and acquisitions, corporate investments, and strategic planning. Gavin's career began at Blackstone, where experience included roles as a Senior Corporate Development Analyst and Associate, contributing to portfolio management. Earlier experience includes participation in GE's Financial Management Program, which featured multiple rotations in financial planning, operations analysis, and commercial finance. Gavin's academic credentials include a Bachelor's Degree with a double major in Finance and Management from Syracuse University's Martin J. Whitman School of Management and an MBA from the University of Washington, expected in September 2027.