James Mueller is the SVP, Portfolio Financial Operations at HF Companies. Based in St. Louis, James plays a crucial role in overseeing financial operations across the portfolio. With a strong background in finance, he is responsible for internal portfolio management, fostering capital partner relationships, and supporting the M&A team. He collaborates closely with HF Companies’ Operating Partners and the firm’s Principals.
Prior to joining Osprey Capital, James spent many years as a Bank Officer in Credit and Business Development roles. Formally trained in structuring, financial analysis, and business development, James has experience sourcing, underwriting, and managing several hundred million dollars in debt originations.
James is a Washington Missouri native, graduated Magna Cum Laude from the University of Missouri – Columbia with a BSBA in Finance and Real Estate. He has been a CFA® Charterholder since 2020. He also serves on the Board of Directors of Provident Behavioral Health, a STL-based non-for-profit.