Mr. Ellis is an energy-focused investment banker with over 30 years of experience. John started his career in New York City where he held several consulting positions with emerging enterprises, focusing most of his time on capital raises from 3rd party private equity and institutional funds for existing and startup companies. John’s experience extended to Asia when he opened and managed First American Capital’s office in Hong Kong and Taipei, focusing strictly on emerging international energy markets as well as co- managing the New York City offices.