AIP Capital, an alternative investment manager focused on opportunities in asset-based finance, has expanded its team, appointing Matt Stevens as managing director to lead AIP’s commercial efforts in the Americas.
“We are excited to formally announce Matt joining to bolster AIP’s commercial efforts and AIP’s ability to serve regional and global industry clients across the firm’s client base,” Jared Ailstock, managing partner at AIP Capital, said. “Matt brings deep experience and a track record in aircraft financing, sales, leasing and partnering with airline customers over more than 15 years.”
Stevens added, “I’m honored to join AIP Capital and look forward to serving our valued airline customers across the Americas, strengthening our partnerships and delivering bespoke fleet and financing solutions that support their long-term success.”
Prior to joining AIP Capital, Stevens served as vice president, marketing for Air Lease, where he was responsible for leading origination with airlines across the Americas and Spain. Stevens received a bachelor of arts from The University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), a master of business administration from UCLA’s Anderson School of Management and is a FAA licensed pilot.
