James Obern

James brings strong analytical, strategic and sustainability focus to Avertana’s marketing, planning, product development, and external relations.

After completing a Science degree focused on Environmental Management, he began his career in mid-market M&A, corporate finance and strategic advisory at Cranleigh Merchant Bankers, where he worked on more than $400m in transactions. In 2010, he joined LanzaTech’s Business Development team, where he supported the senior executive in the company’s Auckland and Chicago offices.