Craig Payne

Craig Payne is a Partner and Chief Operating Officer at Transition Equity Partners (TEP), a private equity firm based in Chicago that focuses on investing in companies facilitating the transition to cleaner, more efficient, and more reliable energy infrastructure.25

Professional Background

Craig Payne joined Transition Equity Partners in 2022.6 Prior to TEP, he held significant positions in the investment industry:

• Managing Director at BlackRock, where he worked before joining TEP3
• Manager at Quellos Private Capital Markets LLC in 20066

Role at Transition Equity Partners

At TEP, Craig Payne is part of the leadership team alongside Pat Eilers and Michael Allison.12 The firm specializes in investing in energy transition projects and companies. Some key aspects of his role and the company include:

• Focusing on mid-market energy transition strategies3
• Investing in projects that enhance energy security and reliability, such as the Trinity Gas Storage facility in Texas12
• Bringing deep expertise in investing in world-class development projects across the energy transition landscape12

Additional Information

Craig Payne is also involved in philanthropic activities. He mentors underprivileged grade school students and serves as a positive adult role model.4 Additionally, he is a member of the Investment Committee for the Diocese of Raleigh.4