James Coombes

James Coombes is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in non-recourse commercial real estate lending, focusing on California and Texas.

He is a private lender and passive equity investor in commercial real estate, with over a decade of expertise in financing commercial solar energy projects, particularly for houses of worship and nonprofit property owners.

James has a diverse background, having worked in both business and nonprofit sectors in Japan and South Korea.

During the 1990s, he successfully financed cable and telecom infrastructure projects in the US, Japan, and Europe.

James Coombes holds a Bachelor of Arts in Economics, Rhetoric, and English from the University of California, Berkeley.

His professional journey includes roles such as Principal at American Renewable Capital, where he contributed to renewable energy and finance initiatives.

He has also shared his knowledge as a guest lecturer at A.B Freeman School of Business and taught courses on renewable energy and project finance.

Additionally, James has held positions like Principal of Finance and Strategy at Reveille, Commercial Solar Finance at SunPower Corporation, and Project Finance and Strategic Planning at Rec Solar.

Furthermore, he has experience as a Founding Investor and Director of Operations at New Original Beverage Company Third Rail Beer, as well as serving as Vice President at Salomon Brothers and an Analyst at Credit Suisse.

James Coombes has a solid educational foundation, having studied at the University of California, where he honed his skills in economics, rhetoric, and English.

His early professional experience includes a role as a Legislative Intern at Sierra Club California.

With his vast experience in finance, strategy, renewable energy, and commercial real estate, James Coombes is a well-rounded professional with a wealth of knowledge and expertise.