Taffet Joins Trinity Capital to Bolster Fundraising Efforts

Investor - People | Mar 12, 2025 | Trinity Capital

Taffet Joins Trinity Capital to Bolster Fundraising Efforts

Trinity Capital Inc., an international alternative asset manager, has appointed Zach Taffet as Director of Capital Formation & Investor Relations. Taffet, formerly part of BlackRock's Infrastructure Capital Formation Team, brings a wealth of experience gathered from raising $13 billion in institutional capital for various funds. His appointment is seen as a strategic move to bolster Trinity Capital's private fund strategies and institutional capital management through its RIA platform. Trinity Capital, headquartered in Phoenix, Arizona, is recognized for providing stable and consistent returns via the private credit market and is seeking to expand its influence with Taffet's expertise. CEO Kyle Brown highlighted Taffet's potential in enhancing capital raising efforts, a critical part of the company's growth strategy.

Sectors

  • Alternative Asset Management
  • Private Equity

Geography

  • United States – Trinity Capital is headquartered in Phoenix, Arizona, and its strategic activities and new hire are based in the U.S., making it a relevant geographic focus.

Industry

  • Alternative Asset Management – The article discusses Trinity Capital, a firm involved in managing alternative assets and providing growth-oriented financial solutions through private credit markets.
  • Private Equity – Trinity Capital is expanding its private fund strategies and managing institutional capital, both of which are key activities within the private equity sector.

Financials

  • 13 billion – The amount of institutional capital commitments Zach Taffet contributed to raising at BlackRock across multiple funds.

Participants

NameRoleTypeDescription
Trinity Capital Inc.Company expanding its fundraising and investor relations capabilitiesPrivate EquityAn international alternative asset manager focusing on providing stable and consistent returns through private credit markets.
Zach TaffetDirector of Capital Formation & Investor RelationsPersonFormer member of BlackRock's Infrastructure Capital Formation Team, now joining Trinity Capital.
BlackRockFormer employer of Zach TaffetCompanyA leading global investment management corporation where Taffet contributed to raising substantial institutional capital.