Mark W B Harms

Bio

Has been involved in all aspects of GLP since inception in 2004 and has pioneered its strategic direction. Has significant experience in the leisure sector having completed advisory and principal transactions in North and South America, Europe and Australia over the last 20 years. With over 100 completed advisory engagements and with more than half of these in the fitness, gaming, hospitality and leisure industries, brings a deep understanding and knowledge regarding the competitive strategies of the major companies in each industry sector. In addition, has extensive experience with regard to leveraged debt, mezzanine and equity financing techniques in Europe and the US with over US$100bn in completed transactions. Has a strong knowledge of financing markets worldwide, significant restructuring expertise and is also highly experienced in cross-border transactions. Prior to founding GLP, previously worked at Oppenheimer as a Managing Director and at CIBC as Global Head of the Gaming, Lodging, and Leisure Group as well as the Head of the Consumer Growth Group. BA (Hons) from the University of Michigan. MBA from the University of Chicago.