Early Life
George Raymond Zage III was born on January 20, 1970, in Schaumburg, Illinois, USA. Growing up, Zage was exposed to the world of investments early on. His father, a dentist, managed the family's investment portfolio. During his teenage years, Zage developed a strong interest in finance, spending hours analyzing market trends.
Rise to Success
Zage's career began at Goldman Sachs in New York City. He later moved to Singapore, where he worked in the investment banking division. In 2000, Zage joined Farallon Capital Management and established the hedge fund's Asian business. At Farallon, he spearheaded significant private investments in Asian corporations. In 2017, Zage founded Tiga Investments Pte Ltd. Zage's most notable investment is his stake in Grindr, a social networking app, where he also sits on the board of directors. He led the acquisition of Grindr in 2020.
Key Business Strategies
Zage's investment strategy is centered around identifying unique businesses with strong management teams. He leverages his extensive industry expertise and relationships to help businesses reach their full potential. Zage's success is also attributed to his ability to identify undervalued assets and his proactive approach to corporate turnarounds.
Philanthropy
Zage has been active in Room to Read and other philanthropic activities.
