James Thornton

James Thornton is a seasoned professional in the investment and asset management sectors, currently serving as Deputy Chairman of the Nottingham Trent University Investment Committee and as a member of the CAIF Advisory Committee at Schroders. Prior experience includes positions such as Non Executive Chairman at Swiss Life Asset Managers UK, where responsibilities included oversight of the Investment Risk and Remuneration Committees, and Non Executive Director at CT Property Trust. Previously, James served as Chief Executive Officer at Mayfair Capital Investment Management Ltd, leading fund management initiatives, and held senior roles at Savills and Jones Lang LaSalle. Educational qualifications encompass an MBA from the International Management Centres Buckingham, an Investment Management Certificate from Hyperion, and a degree in Urban Estate Surveying from Nottingham Trent University.