Former Managing Member of Strategic Air Finance, successfully exited interest after completing $200 million in aircraft leasing and trading transactions. Calderon spent 11 years with GE Aviation and GECAS (GE Capital Aviation Services), beginning his career in treasury and risk management. He formerly held positions of SVP of Marketing and Sales for GECAS Latin America and SVP of Cargo Programs for GECAS. During his tenure with GECAS, Calderon led teams in over $2.5 billion in lease, purchase, and sales transactions.

Prior to joining Pinecrest, Tom was the founding-COO of Rostrum Leasing, a trading and leasing platform formed via the strategic acquisition & management of Southwest Airlines’ retiring 737 Classic fleet, a total of 53 aircraft and 35 spare engines.  Tom’s previous roles spanned a broad spectrum of aviation, from P&L leadership as the President of the United Rotorcraft Division of Air Methods, the world’s largest air ambulance operator; to originating over $480 million in commercial aircraft loans as Vice President at a German Landesbank; as well as co-leading GMT Global’s profitable trading of $87 million in mid-life aircraft.  Tom’s diverse professional accomplishments were built upon a 20-year foundation with both GE Aviation and GECAS.

Over 35 years of international business success spanning executive leadership roles in commercial aviation, helicopters, energy and logistics.   Recently joined the Pinecrest Aero team as an Executive Advisor focused on business strategy, capital development and key industry relationships. Gilberto is currently the President of Airbus Group for Brazil, Chairman of the Board of Helibras (Airbus Helicopters Brazil) and Board Director of Azul Airlines.  Gilberto also serves as Board Director for the Ascensus Group.