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James Castano

@jamescastano

Versatile investor-relations and operations professional with cross-sector experience in real estate and private equity.

United Arab Emirates

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What I'm looking for

I seek client-facing roles in investor relations, operations, or training where I can build strategic partnerships, lead CRM and fundraising efforts, and drive measurable business growth.

I am a versatile professional with experience across construction, real estate, and private equity, known for adaptability, resilience, and proactive problem-solving. I have led investor relations, designed CRM systems, delivered pitch decks across sectors like renewable energy and fintech, and contributed to measurable profit growth as part of high-performing teams.

I combine hands-on operational experience—including project and crane management—with client-facing roles in property consulting and investor relations, and recent work creating and delivering training programs. I prioritize strong communication, attention to detail, and delivering results under pressure while building strategic partnerships and maintaining outstanding client service.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Senior Training Adviser

Current

ISM Training

Aug 2024 - Present (1 year 6 months)

Developed and delivered client-tailored training programs, improved cross-functional collaboration, and monitored training effectiveness to drive measurable skill development and client satisfaction.

Training Delivery Curriculum Design Workshop Facilitation Client Relationship Management Microsoft Office CRM Coaching Training Evaluation

Investor Relations Manager

Kensington Capital Equity Partners

Dec 2023 - Aug 2024 (8 months)

Built global relationships with family offices and institutional investors, created pitch decks across sectors, implemented CRM systems, and led marketing and fundraising to secure investments.

Investor Relations Pitch Decks CRM Fundraising Market Research Stakeholder Management Client Servicing Compliance

Associate / Property Consultant

Strada Real Estate

Feb 2023 - Dec 2023 (10 months)

Managed off-plan and secondary market inquiries, analysed investment opportunities, maintained developer relationships, and executed targeted marketing and sales strategies for UAE and international buyers.

Real Estate Sales Off Plan Sales Market Analysis Client Relationship Management CRM Negotiation Lead Generation

Projects & Contracts Manager

Various Companies

Mar 2018 - Jan 2023 (4 years 10 months)

Managed crane projects and contracts across the UK, maintained equipment per manufacturer guidelines, sourced resources during peak periods, and managed a 25,000-client database to sustain repeat business.

Project Management Contract Negotiation Resource Planning Health & Safety Stakeholder Engagement

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

ISM Training

Consultative Selling (Certificate), Sales / Training

2024 - 2024

Completed Consultative Selling training at ISM Training in August 2024 focused on consultative sales techniques and client engagement.

Corporate Finance Institute

Professional Certificate, Finance

2024 - 2024

Completed coursework in Risk Management, FinTech, ESG & Equity Allocation for Wealth Management in March 2024.

Dubai Land Department

RERA Broker Certification, Real Estate

2023 - 2023

Obtained RERA Broker Card (Sell Secondary Market & Off-Plan) from the Dubai Land Department in April 2023 to authorize real estate brokerage activities.