Meet Josh
Get to know Josh White, Chief Business Development Officer at Metonic. As CBDO, he leads capital raising and investor relations for all acquisitions and developments. Josh joined the Metonic team in 2020 as Vice President of Business Development and was promoted to Senior Vice President of Investor Relations in 2023 in recognition of his invaluable contributions to capital raising, investor communications, and business development. In 2024, Josh became a partner and took on the title of Chief Business Development Officer.
Since joining Metonic, Josh has overseen the deployment of $300 million in equity across over 30 transactions, expanding Metonic’s investor base by 600%. An enthusiastic relationship builder and forward thinker, his ability to foster long-term partnerships and drive growth has helped propel Metonic’s success.
Josh’s prior experience includes leadership roles in college athletics, a startup technology firm, leadership coaching, and a law firm. A two-time graduate of the University of Nebraska, Josh earned his BA in 1995 and his law degree in 1999.
Q&A
Q: What is your favorite part of your job?
A: I enjoy working alongside a team that is both dedicated to their careers and driven by Metonic’s mission as a whole. I also love building meaningful relationships with investors. Over time, many become close friends, and I find real satisfaction in being able to support them, whether in business or in life.
Q: How do you approach finding the right investors for a deal?
A: It starts with asking the right questions. Even when a deal looks like a great fit, factors like timing or location can shift the equation. Understanding each investor’s preferences, history, and allocation strategy is key to making the right match.
Q: How would you describe your leadership style?
A: I believe I paint a clear picture of the future while influencing and elevating others, helping them perform at their best while keeping the team focused on meaningful goals.
Q: What is something you’re passionate about outside of work?
A: I’m passionate about coaching and leadership. I spend a lot of time studying effective leadership practices through books, podcasts, and other resources to continually grow in this area.
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This or That?
Beach or Mountains?
Both! I grew up in Reno, NV and Lake Tahoe was 30 minutes from my home so skiing in the winter and beach in the summer!
Morning or Evening?
Both, I enjoy the peaceful solitude of the morning and the activity and family time in the evening.