Prior to joining Northern, Mr. Durkin organized the startup of Navigation Finance Corporation ("NFC") and most recently served as Senior Investment Manager with responsibility for the Americas. Concurrently with his position with Navigation Finance Corporation, he was the Chief Financial Officer of Northern Navigation International Ltd. (a founder/sponsor of NFC).

From 1992-1997, he held senior positions at United Waste Systems, Inc., including Vice President Finance and Controller. From 1987-1992, Mr. Durkin held several positions at Ernst & Young. Mr. Durkin graduated from Villanova University.