Thomas Burns
About Thomas Burns
Thomas Burns serves as the Managing Director at Encina Capital Partners, LLC, where he has contributed to over $3 billion in commitments since 2016. Previously, he worked for 20 years at Bank of America Merrill Lynch as a Vice President in Debt Private Placements.
Work at Encina Capital Partners
Thomas Burns serves as Managing Director at Encina Capital Partners, LLC, a position he has held since 2016. He operates in the Greater Chicago Area and has played a significant role in the firm's development. Under his leadership, Encina Capital Partners has achieved over $3 billion in aggregate commitments since its inception. Burns oversees a team of approximately 50 employees across six offices in the U.S., focusing on specialized lending and leasing solutions.
Previous Experience at Bank of America Merrill Lynch
Before joining Encina Capital Partners, Thomas Burns worked at Bank of America Merrill Lynch for 20 years, from 1994 to 2014. He held the position of Vice President in Debt Private Placements, specializing in syndicate and origination. His tenure in the Greater Chicago Area allowed him to develop extensive expertise in financial markets and debt instruments.
Education and Expertise
Thomas Burns earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Finance and Accounting from Northern Illinois University, where he studied from 1983 to 1987. His educational background has provided him with a solid foundation in financial principles, which he has applied throughout his career in various roles within the finance industry.
Specialized Lending and Leasing Solutions
In his current role at Encina Capital Partners, Thomas Burns oversees specialized lending and leasing solutions. His focus includes three distinct platforms: equipment finance, first-out cash flow lending, and lender finance. This diverse range of services allows Encina Capital Partners to meet the varied needs of its clients in the financial sector.