Nadine Thornton, JD, MBA
About Nadine Thornton, JD, MBA
Nadine Thornton, JD, MBA, serves as Vice President and Counsel at Stone Point Capital. She has a diverse background in law and finance, with experience at various prestigious institutions and a commitment to supporting women and non-binary individuals at Cornell University.
Work at Stone Point Capital
Nadine Thornton currently serves as Vice President and Counsel at Stone Point Capital, a position she has held since 2021. Prior to this role, she worked as Associate Counsel at the same firm for 10 months from 2020 to 2021. Her work at Stone Point Capital involves providing legal counsel and support in various aspects of private equity and investment management.
Education and Expertise
Nadine Thornton holds a Doctor of Law (JD) degree from Cornell Law School, where she studied Business Law and Regulation from 2013 to 2016. She also earned a Master of Business Administration (MBA) with a concentration in Private Equity from Cornell Johnson Graduate School of Management, completing her studies from 2014 to 2016. Additionally, she obtained a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Business Legal Studies from W.P. Carey School of Business, Arizona State University, from 2010 to 2013.
Background
Nadine Thornton has a diverse professional background that includes roles in law, venture capital, and academia. She worked as a Venture Capital Fund Manager at BR Venture Fund from 2014 to 2016 and served as a Summer Associate at Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP in 2015. Her experience also includes research assistant positions at Cornell Law School, focusing on Federal Indian Law and Cross-Border Deals.
Achievements
Nadine Thornton is actively involved in the President's Council of Cornell Women, where she has contributed to initiatives that have raised significant funds for Cornell University. Her efforts include awarding student micro-grants and providing mentorship. She has also participated in strategic initiatives aimed at enhancing the experience of women and non-binary individuals at Cornell University.