Shaia Hosseinzadeh

Shaia Hosseinzadeh is the Founder and Chief Investment Officer of OnyxPoint Global Management, a firm he established in April 2017. With nearly two decades of experience in the energy sector, he has a strong background in private equity and corporate finance, particularly focused on North American oil, gas, power, and oilfield logistics sectors.13

Education and Early Career

Hosseinzadeh holds both an MSc in Economics and Philosophy and a BSc in Economics from the London School of Economics & Political Science. Before founding OnyxPoint, he served as a Managing Director and Head of Energy and Natural Resources at WL Ross & Co., where he was involved in significant investment decisions. His career also includes positions at Apollo Global Management and Credit Suisse First Boston in their investment banking divisions.12

OnyxPoint Global Management

OnyxPoint Global Management is recognized for its flexible investment strategies that allow it to engage across the entire capital structure of businesses. The firm focuses on deploying capital into unconventional oil and gas plays, emphasizing operational efficiency and financial innovation to adapt to the evolving energy landscape.1 As of March 2023, the firm managed approximately $428.4 million in assets under management (AUM) .2

Industry Involvement

In addition to his role at OnyxPoint, Hosseinzadeh actively participates in industry discussions and initiatives. He is a member of the Brookings Institute Energy Security Task Force and serves on the board of several portfolio companies. His insights into energy markets are frequently sought after at industry conferences and events.13

Through his leadership at OnyxPoint, Hosseinzadeh aims to transform businesses within the energy sector by leveraging innovative financial solutions tailored to specific market needs.