James Laird is an experienced digital editor and journalist with a proven track record in the industry. Having worked as a News & Features Editor at Trusted Reviews and UK Editor of Lifehacker, he is well-versed in technology, lifestyle, and food and drink writing, as well as SEO, content strategy/management, social media, audience development and commercial/affiliates content. He has moderated panel debates at CeBIT, interviewed high-profile subjects like 50 Cent, Arianna Huffington, and Jimmy Wales, and spoken to major television networks about consumer gadgets. Additionally, he has managed teams at major trade shows and copywritten and produced high-profile advertorial in partnership with big brands and agencies. He has worked with multiple stakeholders and led successful cross-portfolio working groups.

James also holds a WSET Intermediate Certificate (Professional Level w/Merit) and joint EU/US citizenship. He studied A-levels in English, History, and Politics at Davies Laing and Dick college in London before completing a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in English Literature with first-class honours at Goldsmiths College, U. of London. In terms of organizations, James has worked as a Freelance Editor, News & Features Editor, Editor, Associate Editor, Senior staff writer, Staff Writer, and Food and drink correspondent. He has written for several publications, including TechRadar, Gizmodo UK, T3, Golf Monthly, InStyle, ITProPortal.com, The Spaces, Stadium Productions, Technology.info, the Hackney Citizen, the Islington Gazette, and EastLondonLines.