James Vaccaro
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Pauline Silverman
James has been advising the Scottish Environment Protection Agency and the Leven Programme Partners on green finance models and helping us to understand how we connect private investment to our work to deliver net zero aspirations. James expertise and insight has been crucial to the development of our organisations thinking in this field. His understanding of markets, associated policies, business and human behaviour and the relationship with natural capital and the environment is unmatched. His breadth of knowledge in the field of nature based solutions, blended finance models and his ability to connect with and direct us to global innovators and potential investment partners is exceptional and is delivered with ease and humility. We hope to continue to work with James to help us develop our strategic thinking further in this area.
Anna Fielding 🍉
James was Lead Trustee during the first two years of the Lab's journey as an independent charity, newly spun-out from WWF-UK. His leadership, insight and contributions were critical to our ongoing success. James' strategic vision is second-to-none: he can sense possibilities, identify the implications of big environmental shifts and translate these into sharp strategy at any scale, from the young charity to the multinational organisation. He also has a rare ability to connect the big picture and the detail of industry forces and policy initiatives. After James' time as Trustee, the Lab had greater focus, a more sustainable business model and a stronger sense of the role it can play in changing the financial system.
Pauline Silverman
James has been advising the Scottish Environment Protection Agency and the Leven Programme Partners on green finance models and helping us to understand how we connect private investment to our work to deliver net zero aspirations. James expertise and insight has been crucial to the development of our organisations thinking in this field. His understanding of markets, associated policies, business and human behaviour and the relationship with natural capital and the environment is unmatched. His breadth of knowledge in the field of nature based solutions, blended finance models and his ability to connect with and direct us to global innovators and potential investment partners is exceptional and is delivered with ease and humility. We hope to continue to work with James to help us develop our strategic thinking further in this area.
Anna Fielding 🍉
James was Lead Trustee during the first two years of the Lab's journey as an independent charity, newly spun-out from WWF-UK. His leadership, insight and contributions were critical to our ongoing success. James' strategic vision is second-to-none: he can sense possibilities, identify the implications of big environmental shifts and translate these into sharp strategy at any scale, from the young charity to the multinational organisation. He also has a rare ability to connect the big picture and the detail of industry forces and policy initiatives. After James' time as Trustee, the Lab had greater focus, a more sustainable business model and a stronger sense of the role it can play in changing the financial system.
Pauline Silverman
James has been advising the Scottish Environment Protection Agency and the Leven Programme Partners on green finance models and helping us to understand how we connect private investment to our work to deliver net zero aspirations. James expertise and insight has been crucial to the development of our organisations thinking in this field. His understanding of markets, associated policies, business and human behaviour and the relationship with natural capital and the environment is unmatched. His breadth of knowledge in the field of nature based solutions, blended finance models and his ability to connect with and direct us to global innovators and potential investment partners is exceptional and is delivered with ease and humility. We hope to continue to work with James to help us develop our strategic thinking further in this area.
Anna Fielding 🍉
James was Lead Trustee during the first two years of the Lab's journey as an independent charity, newly spun-out from WWF-UK. His leadership, insight and contributions were critical to our ongoing success. James' strategic vision is second-to-none: he can sense possibilities, identify the implications of big environmental shifts and translate these into sharp strategy at any scale, from the young charity to the multinational organisation. He also has a rare ability to connect the big picture and the detail of industry forces and policy initiatives. After James' time as Trustee, the Lab had greater focus, a more sustainable business model and a stronger sense of the role it can play in changing the financial system.
Pauline Silverman
James has been advising the Scottish Environment Protection Agency and the Leven Programme Partners on green finance models and helping us to understand how we connect private investment to our work to deliver net zero aspirations. James expertise and insight has been crucial to the development of our organisations thinking in this field. His understanding of markets, associated policies, business and human behaviour and the relationship with natural capital and the environment is unmatched. His breadth of knowledge in the field of nature based solutions, blended finance models and his ability to connect with and direct us to global innovators and potential investment partners is exceptional and is delivered with ease and humility. We hope to continue to work with James to help us develop our strategic thinking further in this area.
Anna Fielding 🍉
James was Lead Trustee during the first two years of the Lab's journey as an independent charity, newly spun-out from WWF-UK. His leadership, insight and contributions were critical to our ongoing success. James' strategic vision is second-to-none: he can sense possibilities, identify the implications of big environmental shifts and translate these into sharp strategy at any scale, from the young charity to the multinational organisation. He also has a rare ability to connect the big picture and the detail of industry forces and policy initiatives. After James' time as Trustee, the Lab had greater focus, a more sustainable business model and a stronger sense of the role it can play in changing the financial system.
Credentials
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Controlled Function CF29 (Management), CF31 (Investment Advice)
Financial Conduct AuthorityJun, 2004- Nov, 2024
Experience
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Climate Safe Lending Network
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United States
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Banking
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1 - 100 Employee
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Chief Catalyst
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Jul 2023 - Present
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Executive Director
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Feb 2020 - Jul 2023
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RePattern
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United Kingdom
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Business Consulting and Services
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Chief Executive Officer
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Jan 2020 - Present
Ecosystem Innovation: Systems thinking and strategy for sustainable business and finance. www.repattern.org Ecosystem Innovation: Systems thinking and strategy for sustainable business and finance. www.repattern.org
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Cambridge Institute for Sustainability Leadership (CISL)
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United Kingdom
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Education
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200 - 300 Employee
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Senior Associate
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Jan 2020 - Present
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Transition Plan Taskforce (TPT)
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United Kingdom
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Think Tanks
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1 - 100 Employee
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Delivery Group Member
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Feb 2022 - Present
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Glasgow Financial Alliance for Net Zero (GFANZ)
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Financial Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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Advisory Panel Member
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Apr 2021 - Present
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The Club of Rome
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Switzerland
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Non-profit Organizations
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1 - 100 Employee
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Senior Advisor, Rethinking Finance Hub
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Nov 2019 - Present
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NOW Partners
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United States
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Business Consulting and Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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Partner
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Sep 2020 - Present
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Carbon13
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United Kingdom
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Venture Capital and Private Equity Principals
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1 - 100 Employee
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Advisor To The Board
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Sep 2020 - Present
Carbon13 is the venture builder for the climate emergency, selecting and investing in 1000 entrepreneurs over five years who will build scalable ventures with the collective potential to reduce CO2e emissions by over 400 million tonnes. Carbon13 is the venture builder for the climate emergency, selecting and investing in 1000 entrepreneurs over five years who will build scalable ventures with the collective potential to reduce CO2e emissions by over 400 million tonnes.
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Regen
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United Kingdom
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Non-profit Organizations
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1 - 100 Employee
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Non Executive Director
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Sep 2014 - Present
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Triodos Bank
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Netherlands
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Banking
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700 & Above Employee
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Special Advisor
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Aug 2019 - Jun 2022
Supporting Triodos Bank's front-running role in responsible finance through advocacy, research and innovation. Contributing via key networks such as the Global Alliance for Banking on Values and UN Principles for Responsible Banking.
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Director of Corporate Strategy
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Jan 2014 - Jul 2019
Director of Strategy across the Triodos Bank Group, leading on long term strategy formulation, senior level stakeholder engagement and strategy development across the network of Triodos Bank's European branches and Triodos Investment Management. Includes:- Development of a shared vision for investment themes/sectors- Alignment, review and development of business unit strategies - Management of long term strategic review processes, business developments and annual business plans and country/sector analyses. Show less
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International Head of Corporate Development
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Sep 2012 - Jan 2014
Leading on public engagement, market development and thought leadership for Triodos Bank.
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Managing Director, Investment Banking UK
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Jan 1998 - Sep 2012
Started and lead the UK investment division including Corporate Finance, Renewable Energy, Venture Capital and Fund Distirbution
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United Nations Environment Programme Finance Initiative (UNEP FI)
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Switzerland
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International Affairs
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100 - 200 Employee
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Board Member
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Oct 2014 - Aug 2020
Member of core group developing the UN Principles for Responsible Banking Co-Chair for Europe 2014-2018 Global Steering Committee Member 2014-17 Banking Committee Member Co-leading work-stream on Positive Impact for COP-21 Member of core group developing the UN Principles for Responsible Banking Co-Chair for Europe 2014-2018 Global Steering Committee Member 2014-17 Banking Committee Member Co-leading work-stream on Positive Impact for COP-21
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The Finance Innovation Lab
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United Kingdom
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Non-profit Organizations
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1 - 100 Employee
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Non Executive Chair
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Mar 2015 - Sep 2017
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Bristol Green Capital Partnership
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United Kingdom
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Public Policy
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1 - 100 Employee
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Non Executive Director
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Jul 2014 - Jan 2016
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Advisory Board Member
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2012 - 2014
Panel member for £10m UK Government Cabinet Office grants programme providing investment/contract readiness support for social enterprise. Panel member for £10m UK Government Cabinet Office grants programme providing investment/contract readiness support for social enterprise.
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Global Alliance for Banking on Values
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Netherlands
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Civic and Social Organizations
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1 - 100 Employee
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Values Ambassador
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2011 - 2014
A representative of the leading network for values-based banks with 25 banks from six continents representing over $100bn in assets managed for positive social and environmental impacts. A representative of the leading network for values-based banks with 25 banks from six continents representing over $100bn in assets managed for positive social and environmental impacts.
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Non Executive Director
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2010 - 2013
Chair of a special purpose vehicle company set up in partnership with Solar Century to install solar panels on schools. Chair of a special purpose vehicle company set up in partnership with Solar Century to install solar panels on schools.
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Managing Director
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Mar 2005 - Jun 2012
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Non Executive Director
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2010 - 2012
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Non Executive Director
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2009 - 2012
Trustee and treasurer of local community development association and social enterprise. Trustee and treasurer of local community development association and social enterprise.
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UKSIF
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United Kingdom
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Financial Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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Non Executive Director
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2009 - 2012
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Marine Current Turbines Ltd
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Bristol
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Non Executive Director
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2008 - 2011
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The Carbon Neutral Company
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London, United Kingdom
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Non Executive Director
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2004 - 2008
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Organic Farm Foods
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Evesham
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Non Executive Director
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2003 - 2008
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Education
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1993 - 1997
Cambridge University
Master of Arts (MA), Mathematics -
ACCA
Diploma, Accounting and Finance
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