James Disney-May

James Disney-May is a venture capital strategist and entrepreneur investing in and advising technology businesses across the UK and US. His work centres on identifying opportunities in emerging markets, scaling high-growth companies, and unlocking value in distressed or overlooked assets. With a portfolio spanning SaaS, digital innovation, and cross-border ventures, James combines strategic rigour with hands-on operational involvement, working closely with founders to navigate challenges, refine product direction, and accelerate sustainable growth.

James began his career in investment banking, advising on complex mergers and acquisitions, restructurings, and special situations. This experience shaped his ability to recognise where capital, strategic intervention, and disciplined execution can transform businesses. He applies that approach across the full investment spectrum – from seed to buyouts – with a particular focus on companies operating between the UK and US, where regulatory nuances and cross-border dynamics create both challenges and opportunities.

Beyond his investment work, James contributes regularly to leading business publications such as Business Mole and TechRound, providing insight on UK-US trade relations, technology sector developments, and evolving leadership practices. He has also featured in globally recognised outlets including The Mirror, The Express, Insider, and Entrepreneur. His commentary is grounded in real-time market observation, covering policy changes affecting venture funding, SaaS trends, and the leadership demands of a rapidly shifting digital landscape.

James’s academic background underpins his strategic worldview. He holds a Master’s degree from the London School of Economics in Accounting, Organisations, and Institutions, providing deep insight into organisational dynamics, governance, and incentives. His undergraduate studies in Economics and Political Science at Auburn University offered a strong dual perspective on markets, policy, and the behavioural drivers of growth across different regulatory environments.

What drives James is a belief in forward momentum – the conviction that with the right capital, strategy, and alignment of talent, businesses can overcome obstacles and unlock meaningful potential. Equally at home advising boards or working directly with operating teams, he brings a combination of institutional discipline and practical insight, particularly in bridging UK and US markets for ambitious, scalable expansion.