James MacWhyte

James MacWhyte is an experienced professional with a diverse background in product management and governance. Currently serving as CPO and Co-founder at Lighthouse, James focuses on building a social coordination layer for on-chain governance. As a member of the Board of Directors for British Mensa Limited and Afrocenchix, James contributes valuable insights to both organizations. Previously, James held the position of Chief Product Officer at BRD, where significant growth was achieved, expanding user numbers from 100,000 to over 1.5 million. James also has experience in operations at Coinbase and Kraken, technical direction at Cutters, and freelance video production management, showcasing a strong foundation in technology and media. James holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Communication and Media Studies from The Evergreen State College.