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Paul Leand
Director and CEO
AMA Capital Partners
Paul joined the Company in 1998 and became CEO at the beginning of 2004. After joining AMA, he led the development of AMA's restructuring practice, helping AMA earn its position as the pre-eminent maritime restructuring advisor for both creditors and companies alike. He has been involved in the restructuring of numerous high yield issues including Golden Ocean, ACL, Global Ocean, Pegasus and Enterprises, giving AMA over 70% market share in maritime restructuring assignments from 2000-2004. Paul recently led AMA's efforts in the restructurings of PetroMENA ASA, PetroProd Ltd and Petrojack ASA.
Paul has also been involved in M&A roles with SFL (buy side), TECO Transport (buy side) and also spearheaded the firm's private equity investments in Chembulk and PLM. Paul also has extensive experience in structuring leasing and debt facilities. Prior to joining AMA, he worked at The First National Bank of Maryland. Over a nine year period, Paul managed the bank's Railroad Division and, later, it's International Maritime Division. Paul holds a BS/BA from Boston University's School of Management and is a Director of Ship Finance International Ltd. (NYSE) , Golar LNG Partners LP (Nasdaq) , privately held Helm International and is currently serving as interim CEO of container lessor - Seaco.
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