James has six years direct experience in the oil and gas industry concentrating in the Ohio, West Virginia, and Pennsylvania areas. Not only has James worked in surveying, leasing, and title; but, he worked as a GIS analyst for six years. James received his BS in Evnironmental Analysis and Planning from Frostburg State University. James grew up on a family farm in Western Maryland.
is an energy and real estate investment firm. The firm manages a variety of investments directly and indirectly connected with the development of the Marcellus and the Utica formations.
The Shale Revolution has been the most transformative energy phenomenon to hit the United States in a century. The development of shale resources has brought tens of billions in capital investment and has driven a host of area economic opportunities. Ridgetop Capital was formed to invest in this economic boon through a series of investment funds and joint ventures.
is as a direct principal investor focused on honest, locally-driven origination with institutional investment parameters. The partners' extensive energy, real estate, and capital markets expertise allow for direct and certain execution for partners and counterparties.