James Herbert is the driven and creative Founder and CEO of Hastee, a fintech business that has revolutionized the way people are paid, promoting financial wellbeing and increased productivity. Prior to Hastee, he also founded Brightsparks, a staffing business employing over 20,000 people mainly in the events and hospitality sector. Before his success in the worlds of tech start-ups and business, James studied economics at Durham University and Nottingham High School.

Throughout his professional life, James has consistently demonstrated his adaptability, curiosity, and ability to take on challenges. He has worked in the fast-paced world of investment banking as a graduate and also spent time as an Analyst at Anton Private Capital. Over the years, he has served as an investor and advisor for a number of tech start-ups.

However, it’s with Hastee that James has made his biggest impact. The company’s innovative technology provides debt-free cash flow finance, giving employees control over when they receive their earned pay while providing companies with increased productivity, engagement, and retention. The recently launched Visa debit card is a game-changing step in removing the friction between working and accessing the fruits of your labor.

James is more than a CEO; he’s a keen sportsman, a family-oriented person and has shown an interest in supporting business growth based on innovation and collaboration.