- Chartered Fellow of the CISI
- Member of the CII (DipPFS)
- CertCII (MP)
Work
James graduated from Cambridge University with a degree in Economics. He began his career in the City in the mid-1990s and became an equity derivatives trader.
The role took James to Hong Kong, where he settled for almost 15 years. James transitioned to private banking with HSBC and then Pictet, building a strong reputation and contacts within Wealth Management in Asia.
An enthusiastic entrepreneur, he co-founded UK-based wealth manager Black Swan Capital in 2000 and established Buchanan Capital in Hong Kong in 2016 as an independent adviser and strategic growth partner to the financial services industry. In this capacity, James co-founded Altura in 2018.
James’ role as Director at Altura is to keep an eye on governance and assist Rob with business, strategic and corporate financial planning.
Home
James has five children – four sons and a daughter – who take up most of his spare time!
When he does have ‘me time’, James loves equestrian sports and is studying for his BHS level 2 exams. He is also a novice polo player. One of his ambitions is to play with (or against!) Prince William.
James also does a lot of trail running and adventure races; anything to get the heart racing and the adrenaline flowing.
Likes
The Queen
Dogs
Pubs that let dogs in
Horses
Undisturbed sleep
Dislikes
Untidiness and disorder
Not having enough time to do everything I want to do
People who put the milk in before the tea bag
Reality TV
Holes in socks
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