James Mayer
About James Mayer
James Mayer serves as the Senior Director of Sustainability Solutions and Project Acquisitions at Redaptive, Inc., where he has worked since 2022. With over two decades of experience in investment and sustainability, he has held various leadership roles across notable financial institutions and energy companies.
Work at Redaptive
James Mayer currently serves as the Senior Director of Sustainability Solutions and Project Acquisitions at Redaptive, Inc. since 2022. In this role, he leads business development and deployment activities for large-scale renewable energy and sustainability programs, utilizing the Energy-as-a-Service model. His responsibilities include directing the origination and structuring of equity and debt financing for various projects, including solar, micro-grids, combined heat and power (CHP), battery storage, and energy efficiency initiatives.
Previous Experience in Business Development
Before joining Redaptive, Mayer held the position of Executive Director of Business Development at MUFG from 2017 to 2019 in the Greater New York City Area. His career also includes a role as Chief Financial Officer at Genplant On-site Energy from 2020 to 2021, and Managing Director of the Financial Institutions Group at Pinnacle Capital Management, LLC for a decade from 2007 to 2017 in Princeton, New Jersey.
Education and Expertise
James Mayer studied at New York University, where he gained foundational knowledge that supports his extensive career in finance and renewable energy. He has developed significant expertise in tax equity and ESG portfolio management within the renewable energy sector. His experience spans over two decades, focusing on investment in private equity firms and venture startups that emphasize sustainability advisory.
Career in Renewable Energy Financing
Mayer has directed project modeling and reporting across various renewable sectors. His work involves the origination and structuring of financing for projects that enhance sustainability and energy efficiency. He has been involved in projects that utilize innovative technologies and financing structures to promote renewable energy solutions.
Leadership in Alternative Investments
Throughout his career, James Mayer has held various leadership roles in the financial sector, including positions at Citi, Bank of America Merrill Lynch, and BlackRock. His roles included Vice President of Alternative Investments, where he focused on corporate strategic advisory and financing. His extensive background in investment management has contributed to his proficiency in the renewable energy landscape.