International Institute for Environment and Development (IIED)

James Persad has a diverse work experience spanning over two decades. JAMES'smost recent role is as the Director of Communications at the International Institute for Environment and Development (IIED) since 2022. Prior to this, they were the Head of Marketing and Engagement at FareShare UK, a charity fighting hunger and food waste, from 2018 to 2022. 

From 2013 to 2019, James served as a Member of the Board of Trustees at Durrell Wildlife Conservation Trust, a role they stepped down from after completing two rotations. JAMES was the Head of Marketing and Communications at Sedex in 2017 and a Senior Commercial Marketing Manager at The Carbon Trust from 2009 to 2017. 

Before their role at The Carbon Trust, James held positions such as GAD then Business Development Director at Spinnaker Direct LLP, New Business & Account Director at Nexus/h, and DM/CRM Manager - seconded at DaimlerChrysler. JAMES began their career as an Account Management at Rapier and later became an Account Manager at Arc Worldwide from 1998 to 2006.

James Persad attended The London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE) from 1992 to 1995. JAMES obtained a BSc in Management Sciences during this period. Prior to this, James Persad also attended Maidstone Grammar School, although no specific degree or field of study is provided for this institution.

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