James Robson

James Robson has a diverse work experience spanning several companies and industries. James founded and served as the Managing Director of Phoenix IFD, a consulting business that offers CFO services to life science start-ups. Their responsibilities included business planning, investment, commercialization, accounting, and tax oversight. James later joined Medherant Limited as the CFO, where they were responsible for developing and implementing business plans and leading fundraising efforts. James has also served as the CFO for CHAIN Biotechnology Ltd and Invizius. Prior to these roles, they worked as the CFO Europe for Shionogi Limited, Finance Director for Alliance Boots Norway, and Global Finance Director for Reckitt Benckiser Pharmaceuticals. James also held several finance leadership positions within Hermal (Boots Healthcare International and later Reckitt Benckiser) and Courtaulds plc and Courtaulds Textiles plc. Over their career, James has gained experience in various areas such as business development, innovation, supply chain, and IT.

James Robson attended the University of Birmingham from 1982 to 1986, where they earned a Bachelor of Science (BSc) degree in Chemical Engineering. After completing their undergraduate studies, they went on to attend The Chartered Institute of Management Accountants from 1986 to 1989. During this time, they obtained the professional designation of ACMA, CGMA, becoming a Chartered Management Accountant.