Costa Mesa – July 22, 2024 — Great Pacific Securities (GPS) is pleased to announce the
expansion of its Capital Markets team with the appointment of Timothy Cox as Managing
Director and Head of Debt Capital Markets. Based in New York, Timothy will lead the team
and report directly to Chris Vinck-Luna, CEO of GPS.
Timothy Cox brings over 35 years of experience to GPS, including 14 years as Executive Director at Mizuho Securities and roles at Lehman Brothers, Royal Bank of Canada, HSBC, ABN-AMRO, Prudential, and Credit Suisse. His expertise spans multiple asset classes and he has a strong track record in delivering tailored financial solutions to global clients.
GPS is also excited to announce the hiring of Kevin Espinoza and Michael Lanier as Analysts in the Capital Markets team, reporting to Timothy Cox. Both Kevin and Michael are distinguished alumni of the GPS Internship program, which recruits top talent from leading universities serving the Hispanic community, including UC Berkeley, the University of Southern California (USC), UCLA, and Cal State Fullerton.
Chris Vinck-Luna expressed enthusiasm about the appointment, stating, “I am very excited
to have Tim lead our Capital Markets team. His extensive experience, deep market
knowledge, and understanding of issuer needs will be instrumental in our continued growth and the development of our Analysts.”
For media inquiries, please contact:
Kris Mills
Head of Corporate Communications
Great Pacific Securities
(714) 619-3000
IR@greatpac.com
About Great Pacific Securities
Great Pacific Securities (GPS) is a leading financial services firm specializing in distribution
and trading. As a Certified Minority Owned Business (MBE) with 100% Hispanic ownership,
GPS is committed to fostering an inclusive and equitable future. The firm trades over $230
billion annually, supporting diverse clients in both primary and secondary markets.