José María Arellano
About José María Arellano
José María Arellano serves as the Managing Director at TowerBrook Capital Partners L.P., where he has worked since 2015. With over two decades of experience in investment management, he has held various roles across multiple companies and sectors, including Aerospace and Defense.
Work at TowerBrook Capital Partners L.P.
José María Arellano has held multiple positions at TowerBrook Capital Partners L.P. since 2007. He started as an Associate and progressed to Principal from 2011 to 2015. He then served as Senior Principal until 2017, before being promoted to Managing Director, a role he has occupied since then. His responsibilities include managing investments and partnerships, particularly in the Vitoria-Gasteiz area of Spain. Arellano has accumulated nearly a decade of experience in capital markets at TowerBrook, contributing to the firm's strategic direction and investment management.
Previous Experience in Investment Banking
Before his tenure at TowerBrook, José María Arellano worked at Merrill Lynch as an Investment Banking Analyst from 2003 to 2006 and later as an Investment Banking Associate from 2006 to 2007. His role involved analyzing financial data and assisting in the execution of investment banking transactions. This foundational experience in investment banking provided him with critical skills that he has applied throughout his career in various financial roles.
Board Memberships and Strategic Roles
José María Arellano has served on several boards, including Aernnova Aerospace since 2018, where he plays a significant role in overseeing the company's strategic direction. He has also been a Board Member at Infopro Digital since 2016, contributing to its growth and development in the Amsterdam Area. Additionally, he was a Board Member at Van Geloven from 2015 to 2020 and at AIM Altitude for one year from 2015 to 2016. His board memberships reflect his extensive experience and influence in the investment management industry.
Educational Background
José María Arellano completed his education at several institutions. He studied at Nuestra Señora del Recuerdo in Madrid, Spain, from 1985 to 1998. He then attended Stonyhurst College in England for one year in 1993. Arellano earned a degree in Finance from Comillas Pontifical University, studying there from 1998 to 2003. His educational background has equipped him with the knowledge and skills necessary for a successful career in finance and investment management.
Experience in Diverse Sectors
With over two decades in the investment management industry, José María Arellano has contributed to various sectors, including Aerospace and Defense, Consumer, and Iberia. His diverse experience has allowed him to develop a comprehensive understanding of market dynamics and investment strategies across different industries, enhancing his effectiveness in managing investments and partnerships.