James Mazza
About James Mazza
James Mazza Director at The Gladstone Companies
James Mazza has been serving as a Director at The Gladstone Companies since April 2021. He is located in their Los Angeles office where his primary responsibilities include originating, structuring, and managing debt and equity co-investments. Mazza also leads the West Coast coverage efforts for the firm.
James Mazza's Career at Levine Leichtman Capital Partners
Prior to joining The Gladstone Companies, James Mazza worked at Levine Leichtman Capital Partners, a prominent private equity firm based in Los Angeles. During his tenure, he was responsible for the origination and due diligence of new growth equity investments. His role involved identifying and evaluating new investment opportunities to foster company growth.
James Mazza's Role at GE Capital
Before his time at Levine Leichtman Capital Partners, James Mazza held the position of Vice President in GE Capital’s Corporate Finance Group. In this role, he was focused on sourcing and executing new leveraged finance opportunities across the state of California, leveraging his expertise in corporate finance to facilitate complex financial transactions.
James Mazza's Education Background
James Mazza holds a B.A. in Economics from Boston University. He furthered his education by earning an M.B.A. from the University of Southern California's Marshall School of Business. His academic background in economics and business administration has provided a strong foundation for his career in finance and investment.
James Mazza's Early Career at HSBC Bank
James Mazza commenced his career in the financial industry with HSBC Bank, where he worked in the Investment Banking Division in London. During his time at HSBC, he gained valuable experience in investment banking, which has contributed to his professional growth and expertise in the industry.