James King

James King is a seasoned professional with a strong background in business operations, currently holding a key role at Faire, a prominent wholesale marketplace facilitating connections between local retailers and diverse brands.

With a significant achievement of raising over $1 billion from renowned venture capital firms like Sequoia Capital, Lightspeed Venture Partners, Khosla Ventures, Norwest Venture Partners, and YC Continuity, James brings a wealth of experience and expertise to his current role.

Prior to his tenure at Faire, James excelled as a Management Consultant at Oliver Wyman, a top-tier global management consulting firm, where he spearheaded various consulting projects for the firm's clientele, honing his skills in strategic planning, operations efficiency, sales & marketing strategy, and enterprise-wide planning/analytics tools development.

James has showcased his proficiency in leading teams through complex analytical and project management endeavors, covering a breadth of industries including Retail, Transportation (Aviation, Rail & Package Delivery Services), and Telecommunications.

His academic credentials include a Bachelor of Commerce (Honours) from the esteemed Queen's School of Business in Canada, further solidifying his foundation in business management and strategy.

Additionally, James expanded his educational horizon through an International Exchange/ Study Abroad program at IE Business School, enhancing his global perspective and cross-cultural competencies.