James Thwaite

James Thwaite is an experienced investment professional currently serving as an Investment Manager at Crescent Capital Partners since February 2022, having previously held positions as a Senior Associate and Investment Associate. Prior to this role, James worked as an Investment Banking Analyst at Goldman Sachs, where significant transactions included major placements for Investore Property and Stride Property, covering various sectors such as TMT and real estate. Academic endeavors include a Summer Research Scholarship at The University of Auckland, culminating in published research on regulatory impacts in the Journal of Business Venturing Insights. James's earlier experiences encompass a Summer Analyst position at Blackstone, an Investment Banking Summer Analyst role at UBS, and an internship with EY in Infrastructure Advisory. In addition to a strong academic background with degrees from The University of Auckland and King’s College London, James was also a National Team Athlete for Canoe Slalom New Zealand, achieving notable podium finishes in international competitions.