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 investors, sponsor history is no longer optional homework. Disclaimer: Michael J. Blankenship is a licensed attorney and partner at Winston Taylor. Joshua Wilson is a licensed Florida real estate broker and holds FINRA Series 79 and Series 63 licensure. The content of this podc...
Guest: James Campanella
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 the broader SPAC comeback holds. These deals may be early indicators of what comes next. Connect with the Guest: James Campanella Connect with the Hosts & The SPAC Podcast: Michael Blankenship LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikeblankenship/ Joshua Wilson LinkedIn: ...
Guest: James Campanella
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. Stability with asymmetric upside remains the core appeal. This is a practical view of SPACs as a portfolio tool, not a trade. Connect with the Guest: James Campanella Connect with the Hosts & The SPAC Podcast: Michael Blankenship LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikeblanke...
Guest: James Campanella
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 vehicles, his approach prioritizes experience, capital access, and deal credibility. This clip offers a clear framework for how investors are thinking differently in 2024 and 2025. Connect with the Guest: James Campanella Connect with the Hosts & The SPAC Podcast: Michae...
Guest: James Campanella
Jan. 5, 2026
Guest Spotlight: James Campanella
From the NYSE trading floor in 1994 to navigating multiple SPAC booms and pullbacks, James C. has seen capital markets from every angle. In this opening clip, James shares his background, how his perspective evolved beyond the trading floor, and why the SPAC market may be entering a needed rebrand phase after years of volatility. This is context worth hearing before talking strategy. Connect with the Guest: James Campanella Connect with the Hosts & The SPAC Podcast: Michael Blankenship Linked...
Guest: James Campanella