Charlie Thompson

Charlie Thompson is a Principal at Eco-Capital Advisors, LLC, a firm specializing in ecosystem services investment and development. He co-founded the company to bridge the gap between investment and environmental science, focusing on projects like stream and wetland mitigation and endangered species habitat conservation across the U.S..13

Professional Background

• Legal Career: Thompson began his career as an attorney in the Financial Transactions Practice Group at King & Spalding LLP in Atlanta. He also served as Counsel to the Georgia House of Representatives Judiciary Committee.1

• Real Estate and Investment: He worked in project development and capital markets at Barry Real Estate Companies before joining an Atlanta investment management firm focused on wetland mitigation and habitat conservation projects, where he managed over $300 million in capital as a director and portfolio manager.12

Education

Thompson holds multiple degrees from the University of Georgia:

• A.B. in Political Science
• JD from the School of Law
• MBA with a focus on Finance.23

Additional Roles

In addition to his role at Eco-Capital, Thompson is also involved with ASW Distillery, which he co-founded, and has experience as an owner of American Spirit Whiskey.24 He is a member of the State Bar of Georgia and has held board positions with organizations such as the National Mitigation Banking Association.13