Grant Leal

Junior Chartering Broker AAL Shipping (AAL)

Grant graduated from Texas A&M University at Galveston in 2021 with a B.S. in Maritime Administration. He began his career as a truck and rail scheduler at a chemical plant before transitioning into the MPP and project cargo industry as a Voyage Operator with AAL Shipping. After two years in operations, Grant moved to AAL’s chartering desk, where he currently focuses on fixing outbound project, breakbulk and dry bulk cargoes from the Americas.

2026 Education Day Sessions

Roundtable Discussions: Becoming Industry Ready: The Unwritten Rules of Building Your Professional Reputation

Continue the conversation in small-group roundtable discussions with industry professionals. Building on the themes explored in the fireside chat, you'll have the opportunity to ask follow-up questions, hear different career journeys, gain tailored advice and practise professional conversations in a relaxed setting. It's the perfect chance to build confidence, expand your network and prepare for your visit to the exhibition floor.

Wednesday 23 September 11:30 - 11:50 NextWave Education Day

Add to calendar 09/23/2026 11:30 09/23/2026 11:50 Roundtable Discussions: Becoming Industry Ready: The Unwritten Rules of Building Your Professional Reputation Continue the conversation in small-group roundtable discussions with industry professionals. Building on the themes explored in the fireside chat, you'll have the opportunity to ask follow-up questions, hear different career journeys, gain tailored advice and practise professional conversations in a relaxed setting. It's the perfect chance to build confidence, expand your network and prepare for your visit to the exhibition floor. NextWave Education Day America/Chicago

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