BBVA Expands FIG Debt Advisory in the U.S.

BBVA Corporate & Investment Banking reinforces its strategic commitment to FIG or financial institutions’ debt advisory services by providing customized financing solutions to support mergers and acquisitions, capital increases and debt issuance.

To continue its strategic growth, BBVA CIB is proud to announce the appointment of Alex Smolovich as Executive Director for the U.S. Bank Debt Advisory team. The U.S. Bank Debt Advisory team focuses on strategic solutions for FIG tailored products and services, and building lasting relationships to meet client needs. In addition, the debt advisory team supports clients with actionable insights and capital strategies that align with necessary objectives in the U.S. market.

Exemplary Debt Advisory Services

Alex will be based in the New York office, where his financial expertise will be instrumental in supporting clients with unbiased specialized guidance on debt financing and capital structure strategies. He will report to Gianmarco Deiana, Global Head of Bank Debt Advisory and Liability Management.

Prior to joining BBVA CIB, Alex served as Treasurer at Helaba NY Branch, and as Director of Treasury, Asset & Liability Management at BNP Paribas. “We are proud to welcome Alex to BBVA CIB’s U.S. Bank Debt Advisory team,” said Gianmarco Deiana, Managing Director, Global Head of Bank Debt Advisory and Liability Management. “His more than 20 years of extensive experience in treasury services will positively impact our debt advisory services line of business and increase our strategic relationships in the U.S.”

This new hire exemplifies BBVA’s commitment to helping financial institutions optimize balance sheets, capital efficiency, and regulatory positioning. Fully integrated within the BBVA Global Debt Advisory platform, the U.S. team will leverage BBVA’s deep market knowledge and expertise across Latin America, EMEA, and Turkey, offering clients a unique combination of local insight and global reach.