James Priestley

James Priestley is an accomplished executive in the recycling and engineering sectors, currently serving as Chief Executive Officer at Enva since April 2024. Prior experience includes roles such as Managing Director of the Specialities Division at Renewi plc, where focus areas included UK municipal services and European glass recycling, and Managing Director Municipal for both the UK and Canada. James has held senior positions across various organizations, including Interim CEO/MD for self-employment, President Europe at RGIS, Director at AlixPartners, and Director of Distribution Network Development at Tesco. Previous experience at British Airways and Ford Motor Company contributed to a robust background in engineering and finance. James holds an MBA from Alliance Manchester Business School and a 1st Class degree in Chemical Engineering from the University of Cambridge.