Willis Lease Finance Corporation announced the appointment of Brendan Curran to its Board of Directors, effective January 1, 2024. With a distinguished career in the aerospace industry spanning nearly four decades, Mr. Curran brings a wealth of experience across the engine and airframe segments. He has significant experience in business and operations leadership, engineering, mergers & acquisitions, restructuring, and global business development.

Most notably, Mr. Curran?s expertise aligns well with WLFC?s vision and mission, making him a valuable addition to the Board. Mr. Curran is currently an operating resource and advisor to ATL Partners (a New York based private equity firm specializing in mergers & acquisitions). He also serves as Chairman of the Board of Aero Accessories, a leading independent component maintenance facility based in Miramar, FL.

Mr. Curran?s leadership experience includes public company senior executive roles at Pratt & Whitney Commercial Engines, Boeing Global Services, Bombardier Services, Crane Aerospace & Electronics, and Hamilton Sundstrand. Mr. Curran graduated from Columbia Business School with a Master of Business Administration degree and earned his Bachelor of Science degree in mechanical engineering from the University of Vermont. While at Columbia, he was awarded the Center for International Business Fellowship.

Director Hans Joerg Hunziker submitted his resignation from the Board, which resignation was accepted and is effective December 31, 2023.