Quote:

"Honesty is the best policy - when there is money in it." - Mark Twain

Years of Experience:

More than 15 years in investment banking, credit analysis, corporate finance, management consulting, and asset disposition.

Responsibilities:

At Great American Group, James spearheads the due diligence and valuation efforts in the retail division. James is also actively engaged in inventory appraisal projects, debt financing efforts through GA Capital, budgeting and forecasting for the company, and maintaining the firm's strategic partnership with Credit Suisse.

Accomplishments:

-In-depth experience in mergers and acquisitions, capital raising, and turnaround activities.
-Actively participated in the company's efforts in going public in 2009.

Education:

The Anderson School of Management, University of California at Los Angeles, MBA