James Dworkin

James Dworkin is a Partner at Windsong Global, a company focused on building and investing in consumer brands. Here are some key details about his background and role:

Professional Experience

James Dworkin joined Windsong Global in 2023 as a Partner.1 In this role, he oversees the Windsong Wellness vertical, which focuses on sourcing, developing, and overseeing opportunities in the alternative wellness space.1

Prior Experience

Before joining Windsong Global, Dworkin had significant experience in finance and cannabis industries:

• He headed Seaport Global's cannabis advisory practice, where the company raised nearly $2 billion in capital for cannabis industry operators.1
• He ran Corporate Finance and M&A for TerrAscend Corp, a multi-state cannabis operator.1
• He was a managing partner in the 1903 Equity Fund, a $320 million private equity fund targeting consumer companies.1
• He held partner roles at private equity funds Saunders Karp & Megrue and BT Capital Partners.1

Education

Dworkin has a strong educational background:

• Bachelor of Science in Finance from Georgetown University
• Dual JD/MBA from Wharton and The University of Pennsylvania Law School1

Personal

James Dworkin lives in Rhode Island with his wife, Lisa, and they have two children, Graham and Ellie.1

Role at Windsong Global

As a Partner at Windsong Global, Dworkin is part of the investment team that focuses on building and investing in consumer brands across various sectors, including active lifestyle, beauty and wellness, and fitness and health.23

Windsong Global operates through three investment divisions: private equity, private capital, and intellectual property investments, along with an operational digital services group to support its investments and partnerships.2