Tom Grant

Tom Grant is a seasoned fintech entrepreneur and financial markets professional with extensive experience in global finance. He founded ILA Capital in September 2015 and served as its CEO until February 2022.13

Career Highlights

ILA Capital: Tom co-founded ILA Capital with two partners, focusing on bringing an institutional approach to marketplace loan investments. The company utilized machine learning and research-driven strategies to uncover value in short-duration, high-yield investment opportunities.1

Previous Experience: Before founding ILA Capital, Tom held several prominent positions in the financial industry:

• Managing Director and Head of Foreign Exchange, USA at BBVA (2011-2015)
• Structured FX roles at Deutsche Bank (2007-2011) and Merrill Lynch (2005-2007)
• Foreign Exchange Trader at J.P. Morgan, Lehman Brothers, and Citi1

Current Ventures

In February 2022, Tom founded Grantfin, a blockchain startup focused on finding yield in DeFi (Decentralized Finance).12 He successfully exited ILA Capital in 2021 before starting this new venture.2

Education and Certifications

• Master of Science in Applied Mathematics from the University of Oxford
• Bachelor of Science in Investment Management and Corporate Finance from the University of Alabama
• Executive Development Program in Innovation from The Wharton School
• Holds Series 24, 7, 66, and 63 licenses from FINRA1

Tom Grant is known for his expertise in fintech and DeFi, often featured as a speaker in these areas.1 His career spans over two decades in global markets and finance, demonstrating a consistent track record of innovation and leadership in the financial sector.