Christopher James is the Chief Operating Officer of Blackstone’s Tactical Opportunities group and Chairperson of Blackstone Private Equity Strategies (BXPE).  Mr. James is a member of the Investment Committees for the Tac Opps, Blackstone Growth and BXPE funds.

Prior to launching Tactical Opportunities in 2012, Mr. James had been involved in the execution of Blackstone strategic initiatives and investments across a variety of asset classes including the firm’s initial public offering and the firm’s investments in GSO, Pátria Investimentos and Strategic Partners. He has served on the boards of various Blackstone portfolio companies.

Mr. James received a BS from Duke University and a JD from Harvard Law School. He currently serves on the Board of Trustees of Prep for Prep and Riverdale Country School.