James Turley

James Turley is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in strategy, planning, and business development across various sectors. Currently serving as the Head of Strategy & Planning for Groceries at Careem since May 2023, James also co-founded and serves as a Non-Executive Director at Thistlerock Enterprises Ltd, contributing to the establishment of Bature Brewery, West Africa's first craft brewery. Previously, James held several key positions at Jumia Group, including Group Growth Director and Group Head of Jumia Prime and Jumia Express, where significant innovations in B2B e-commerce and customer loyalty programs were implemented. Other notable roles include Strategy Consultant at Lumos Global, Senior Manager at Adam Smith International focusing on energy sector reform in Sierra Leone, and an Executive Management Graduate role at HSBC Bank UK. James holds an M.A. (Hons) in Spanish & Political Science from The University of Edinburgh, along with additional qualifications in finance and management.