James Davies

James Davies has a diverse work experience in marketing and brand management. James most recently worked at first direct as the Director and Head of Brand & Marketing. Prior to that, they held various roles at HSBC, including Director and Head of Marketing for HSBC UK, Commercial Banking, as well as Director and Head of Marketing for HSBC Commercial Banking and Global Banking & Markets in Canada. James also served as the Head of Campaigns and International Markets - Asia Pacific, where they led marketing efforts in 14 markets across the region. James has a strong background in content marketing, having established the first global content marketing team and capability at HSBC. Before HSBC, they worked as a Marketing Project Manager at RBS Global Banking & Markets and as a Marketing Assistant at Coutts & Co. James began their career as a Marketing Intern at Premier Foods (formerly RHM). Throughout their career, James has been actively involved in diversity and inclusion initiatives, including supporting the LGBT community as a member of the Pride committee.

James Davies has a diverse education history. James attended Bishop Wordsworth's School from 1997 to 2003, although no specific degree or field of study is mentioned for this period. In 2003, they pursued a BA Hons in Business and Politics at Trinity College Dublin, completing their studies in 2007. James then pursued further education in marketing, obtaining a CIM Postgraduate Diploma in Marketing from BPP Business School between 2010 and 2011. In 2011, they attended The Institute of Direct and Digital Marketing, where they obtained a Postgraduate Diploma in Digital Marketing in 2012.

In addition to their formal education, James holds additional certifications. In 2019, they obtained the Certified Marketer Level 1 Credential from General Assembly, and in 2021, they completed The Marketing Leadership Masterclass from The Marketing Leadership Masterclass institution.