James Campanella
PM
I started my career on the NYSE in 1994. I became a member in 1998 and in 2001 was the WYETH Specialist at 29. I left the NYSE in 2007 because of the automation that was happening. From 2007-2011 I worked on the sell side at a few broker dealers. Since 2011 I've been a PM at a pod shop running my own portfolio consisting of all capital markets: SPACS, IPOS, Secondaries, Privates, PIPES, Warrants and Blocks. The past 4 years have been brutal for Capital Markets but there finally seems to be some light at the end of the tunnel.
Jan. 9, 2026
Which SPAC Sponsors Matter Most Right Now
In today’s SPAC market, experience matters more than ever. James C. highlights the sponsors he’s watching and explains why repeat execution, investor trust, and deal-closing credibility separate leaders from noise. For invest...
Jan. 8, 2026
SPAC Deals to Watch Right Now
Markets don’t recover in theory. They recover through real deals. James C. walks through the SPAC transactions he’s watching closely and explains why PIPE strength, investor quality, and deal execution will determine whether ...
Jan. 7, 2026
Are SPACs Still a Good Investment?
Are SPACs still worth investing in? The answer depends on how you use them. James explains why SPACs can be a strong portfolio addition for investors who understand capital timing, yield floors, and upside optionality. Stabil...
Jan. 6, 2026
Which SPACs Has James Invested In And Why
SPAC selection isn’t about volume. It’s about sponsors. James C. breaks down the SPACs he’s invested in and why sponsor quality has become the defining factor in today’s market. From Churchill to Betsy Cohen and Cantor-backed...
Jan. 5, 2026
Guest Spotlight: James Campanella
From the NYSE trading floor in 1994 to navigating multiple SPAC booms and pullbacks, James Campanella has seen capital markets from every angle. In this opening clip, James shares his background, how his perspective evolved b...