James Byrne

James Byrne is an accomplished executive in global marketing and brand reputation, currently serving as the Executive Director of Global Marketing & Reputation at Dragon Rouge since June 2017, where responsibilities include overseeing marketing, business development, and communications across major international offices. Previously, James held the position of Business Development Director at Saffron Brand Consultants, focusing on growth in Europe, the Middle East, and the USA. Additional experience includes leadership roles at bluemarlin and Claessens International Ltd., with a strong emphasis on client management and business development in the branding and drinks sectors. James holds a BA Hons in Italian and Spanish from the University of Leicester and has undertaken Erasmus programs at both the Universidad de Santiago de Compostela and the Università di Pavia.