James Weatherill

James Weatherill is the CEO of Arbor Education. James was previously a venture partner at Emerge Venture Lab, where they focused on identifying and growing disruptive people, ideas, and products in ed-tech. Prior to that, they were a venture manager at Therefore Ventures LLP, where they worked on innovation projects for large technology, telecoms, health, and satellite navigation companies. James has also been involved in the launch of three successful ventures in child furniture, coffee equipment, and renewable energy.

James Weatherill has a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from Imperial College London in Venture Capital, Private Equity and Entrepreneurial Strategy. James also has a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in James'story from the University of Warwick. James has a certification from the Market Research Society (MRS) in Advanced Certificate Market & Social Research.

Some direct reports include Philippa De’Ath - Chief Revenue Officer, Santino Boffa - Head of People, and David Norton - Head of Strategic Partnerships.