Early Life
Griffin Perry was born in West Texas and moved to Austin at the age of 8. He attended Austin High School and played baseball. Perry later attended Vanderbilt University, where he earned degrees in economics and history.
Rise to Success
Perry's career began with financial roles at UBS and Deutsche Bank. He then became the President of Caddis Energy. In January 2025, Perry co-founded Fermi America, which went public on the Nasdaq just nine months later. He also serves as a Co-Founder and Managing Director at Grey Rock Investment Partners, where he focuses on investor relations and risk management. Additionally, Perry is Co-Chairman of the Board for Granite Ridge Resources.
Key Business Strategies
Perry's business strategies have involved significant investments in the energy sector, particularly in oil and gas, and data centers. He focuses on originating and managing portfolios and maintains strong national networks to keep abreast of investor interests. His involvement in Grey Rock has seen the firm build a substantial portfolio, and his investments in Granite Ridge Resources indicate his confidence in the company's prospects.
Philanthropy
While the search results don't have any details on the exact amounts, Griffin Perry's family supports the Perry-Griffin Foundation, which provides educational grants to local residents and provides financial support for other non-profits. This foundation also provides housing for elderly ladies of limited means.