Christopher James is a Managing Director in the Investor Relations & Business Development Group and Chief Operating Officer of Blackstone Tactical Opportunities.  Since joining Blackstone, Mr. James has been involved in a variety of strategic Blackstone business initiatives and special projects, including, the firm's initial public offering, organizing new Blackstone investment products and firm acquisitions. 

Mr. James received a B.S. from Duke University and a J.D. from Harvard Law School.