Managing Partner & Founder
James Hacon
Edinburgh, UK
James is a globally respected hospitality innovator, strategist and dealmaker, drawing on twenty five years of experience across more than 120 hospitality brands. His background spans executive, investment and advisory roles, making him a trusted partner to boards, investors and operators.
Having worked across operations, insight, development, marketing, people and executive leadership, he combines 360° cross-disciplinary experience with an intellectually rigorous, strategic mindset. He co-founded the Global Restaurant Investment Forum and the Restaurant Marketer & Innovator event series, including the RMI Rising Stars programme recognising young hospitality talent.
“We do not sit on the sidelines. We realise the potential of hospitality.”
A leading industry voice, James is regularly featured across global media and industry events, including the BBC, The New York Times, The Guardian, The Wall Street Journal, Al Jazeera and Radio Australia.
He is founder of the Restaurant Marketer & Innovator series, a long-time advisor to the Global Restaurant Investment Forum, and has moderated UN Dialogue discussions relating to hospitality.
