AFJCT Board of Directors

Martin Silver
Managing Partner, International Investment group, LLC
 

Mr. Silver co-founded the International Investment Group LLC, an asset management firm specializing in international trade finance and alternative investments, in 1994.  He is responsible for management of the firm’s overall practice including oversight of the firm’s marketing, business development, operations, and finance functions.

Prior to founding IIG, Mr. Silver served in several executive management positions with American Express Bank Ltd, including Executive Director and Comptroller, with responsibility for the bank’s global financial management. Mr. Silver was instrumental in establishing and maintaining the LDC trading operation and debt/equity swap programs. His varied accomplishments include the financial management of the American Express Bank’s $2-billion plus exposure in LDC debt and equities, the sale of American Express Bank’s private bank, and oversight of a $2-billion investment portfolio. Mr. Silver also served as primary liaison with various regulatory bodies in the U.S. and overseas. Previously, Mr. Silver worked in various senior financial capacities with Manufacturers Hanover Corporation and Irving Bank Corporation. He began his career with KPMG Peat Marwick.