Has played a pivotal role in building brands such as Innocent drinks, Uber and Vinted
Has completed a lap of the world on a bicycle, cycling over 41,000 kilometres across 38 countries
Ambassador for the mental health charity CALM, the Campaign Against Living Miserably
Over the past 15 years, James has built some of the most successful brands in the tech and consumer goods industries, from Innocent drinks to Uber and Vinted. James advises and mentors businesses from seed to sale and will soon launch his first book "Mattering to people; How to build an interesting business and a powerful brand".
James’ other adventure is adventure. James has completed a lap of the world on a bicycle, cycling over 41,000 kilometres across 38 countries. He has hiked across Argentina and Norway, cycled the length, kayaked the width and climbed the height of the UK non-stop. He is a public advocate for the benefits of adventure and a fellow of the Royal Geographical Society.
In his speaking career, James wants every audience member to relate to what he says, to experience a refreshing departure from the day to day and be inspired to think differently about life and work.
Book James as a speaker to invigorate your team with his unique blend of brand-building expertise and thrilling global adventures. His engaging talks, filled with humor and passion, offer actionable insights and inspire innovative thinking. Let James help your audience break free from routine and approach life and work with a fresh perspective.