James Goodall

Experience

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  BNP Paribas (Canada)

  May 2000 - Dec 2008

  Managing Director, Head of Structured Finance

  Responsible for structured finance business for BNP Paribas in Canada

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  BNP Paribas

  Jan 2009 - now

  Sector coverage head responsibility for US gaming, leisure and real estate businesses at BNP Paribas. Gaming client base comprises the top US gaming industry players (both operators and suppliers), as well as supporting their international operations. In real estate area, focus is on REIT and homebuilder sectors, with construction financing offered through our subsidiary, Bank of the West. Responsible for originating and structuring acquisition finance, event driven, and refinancing opportunities on a national basis via a portfolio of 200+ midcap clients & prospects. This new position is based out of Los Angeles, and focuses on Bank of the West's client base. This role encompasses extensive client contact, pitching financing alternatives, and works closely with BNPP's rating advisory, High Yield and Loan Syndicate groups, as well as M&A teams. Responsible for marketing, structuring and underwriting acquisition and other financing opportunities across North America for a portfolio of clients and prospects. One of 4 Managing Directors based in New York managing a team responsible for restructuring $6 billion troubled loans across North America, and managing associated debt and equity exposure.Previously headed up Structured Finance for BNP Paribas in Canada.

  • Managing Director & Coverage Sector Head - Gaming, Leisure & Real Estate

    Jul 2019 - now

  • Head of Corporate Debt Origination, California

    Jan 2016 - Jul 2019

  • Managing Director, Loan & Debt Capital Markets

    Jan 2011 - Jan 2016

  • Managing Director, Distressed Loans

    Jan 2009 - Oct 2011