Jamie Burrows
Experienced entrepreneur, Consultant, & Board Member
Paris,75009
Summary
Knowledgeable former Founder & CEO (9 years), Consultant, and Board member with proven track record in leading impactful projects and initiatives in professional setting. Brings valuable experience in strategic planning and executing complex tasks, yielding notable results. Demonstrated ability in fostering collaborative environments and leveraging analytical skills to drive success.
Proven ability to translate complex ideas into tangible results, driving growth and impact across diverse sectors from technology to controlled-environment-agriculture ("CEA"), and healthcare. Deep expertise in board governance, strategic partnerships, and sustainable solutions.
Public speaking experience at the highest levels, including alongside multiple government Ministers and has had personal meetings with Crown Princes and Prime Ministers. Also participated in global initiatives such as COP, a global innovator at the World Economic Forum.
Jamie's former company raised £37.1 million across three rounds of funding; £7 million of which he raised personally. He therefore brings fundraising, deal structuring, and corporate finance experience to the table.
Overall, Jamie offers a broad range of skills, versatility, creativity, sound leadership, and advice to any role he takes on and is looking for his next challenge.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Founder & CEO
Vertical Future
09.2016 - 09.2025
- Led the company from inception to becoming one of the leading technology providers globally.
- Secured £37.1 million in funding with no prior fundraising experience or network.
- Pivoted the company from growing to technology development.
- Grew the team to 60 staff.
- Achieved recognition as the #1 independently voted CEA company globally for two years and was recognized as a Global Innovator in the WEF, amongst many other accolades.
Fellow
Royal Agricultural Society of England
07.2024 - Current
- Selected to be a Fellow at the prestigious Royal Agricultural Society of England.
- Remains as advisor and supporter.
- Focus is on research initiatives focused on advancing agricultural innovations and technologies.
Unreasonable Fellow
Unreasonable
03.2024 - Current
- Member of prestigious global network of entrepreneurs, named "Unreasonable" and sponsored by Barclays.
- Selected whilst Founder/CEO at Vertical Future and graduated from the 2024 cohort.
- Fellowship creates a lifetime bond with thousands of companies, people, investors, and mentors.
Mentor (pro bono)
Metagrove Ventures
05.2022 - Current
- Guide mentees through strategic decision-making processes, enhancing their entrepreneurial skills.
- Evaluate mentee progress through regular assessments, providing constructive feedback for continuous improvement.
- Implement best practices in mentoring techniques, resulting in enhanced engagement and retention rates.
Senior Program Manager
IMS Health
03.2016 - 09.2016
- Led cross-functional teams to develop and implement strategic program initiatives for a major data programme across EMEIA.
- Streamlined project management processes, enhancing efficiency and reducing turnaround times.
- Analyzed market trends to inform program direction and ensure alignment with business objectives.
Manager
EY
12.2014 - 01.2016
- Led strategic initiatives to enhance operational efficiency across multiple client engagements, primarily in the pharma and biotech spaces across EMEIA.
- Directed cross-functional teams to implement innovative solutions, driving project success and client satisfaction.
- Mentored junior managers and staff, fostering professional development and enhancing team performance.
- Analyzed market trends and client needs to inform service offerings and business strategies.
Finance/Investment Work Stream Lead, Dementia Project
Office for Life Sciences, UK Department of Health
09.2014 - 11.2014
- High-profile government initiative which Jamie was seconded to, working alongside J.P. Morgan and various biotech and pharma company leaders.
- Led a sub-team of civil servants, working on specific questions, challenges, and ideas.
- Also enhanced skills at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
Senior Consultant
Deloitte
04.2014 - 11.2014
- Worked within cross-functional teams to effectively deliver projects in the pharma and biotech sectors.
- Developed comprehensive project plans to ensure timely delivery of client solutions and services.
- Conducted stakeholder interviews to gather requirements and align project goals with client objectives.
- Analyzed market trends to provide insights that shaped clients' business strategies and decisions.
Honorary Health Economist
NHS
08.2012 - 03.2014
- Working with staff in the North Wales NHS, analyzed economic data to inform policy decisions and improve healthcare outcomes.
- Developed models forecasting healthcare costs, enhancing budget planning accuracy.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to assess the impact of economic trends on service delivery.
- Evaluated statistical methods for predicting patient demand and resource allocation efficiency.
Project Manager
Bangor University
07.2010 - 03.2014
- Led project planning, management, and execution for £35 million development.
- Developed and implemented project management frameworks, improving efficiency in resource allocation.
- Coordinated stakeholder engagement strategies to ensure alignment on project objectives and deliverables.
- Managed teams from leading legal and consulting firms.
Analyst / Project Manager
African Century
09.2009 - 04.2010
- Working directly for several senior staff from J.P. Morgan who were creating a spin-out company, analyzed opportunities and data trends, mainly in the Biofuels space, to inform strategic decision-making processes.
- Developed comprehensive reports to enhance operational efficiency and performance insights.
- Implemented data visualization tools to present findings clearly and effectively for stakeholders.
- Developed new analytical models that improved forecasting accuracy and reduced risk exposure.
Intern
KPMG
02.2009 - 03.2009
- Based out of KPMG's London site and also out on client visits, assisted in data analysis and report generation for client projects.
- Conducted research to support audit processes and compliance initiatives.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline documentation procedures.
- Facilitated client meetings by preparing presentation materials and agendas.
Aircraft Engineer
United States Air Force
07.2003 - 06.2006
- Initially worked as an avionics technician, graduating top of my class with a score of 95%.
- Diagnosed and maintained avionic systems on F-15 fighter jets, based in Florida.
- Led maintenance and repair operations on advanced aircraft systems, ensuring mission readiness and safety compliance.
- Subsequently selected for Officer training at the prestigious United States Air Force Academy in Colorado Springs, where I studied for several years.
Education
Sustainable Leadership Executive Education -
04.2024
PhD - Health Economics
01.2016
MSc - Energy, Trade and Finance
01.2010
BSc (Hons) - Business Economics
01.2009
Professional - Investment Banking, Trading, and Capital Market Dynamics
01.2008
Skills
- Entrepreneurship
- Board Governance
- Strategic Advisory
- Fundraising & Investment
- Technology Development
- Public-Private Partnerships
- Health Economics
- Sustainability
- Team Leadership
- Global Operations
- Strategic thinking
Accomplishments
- Raised £41.1M for Vertical Future.
- Led Vertical Future to be voted #1 independently voted CEA company in the world for two years.
- Nominated for EY's Entrepreneur of the Year.
- Became a member of the Royal Agricultural Society.
- Selected to be a lifelong member of Barclay's Unreasonable Impact Programme.
- Experience as a speaker in large forums, with almost 9 years of Board experience.
Affiliations
- Royal Agricultural Society of England
- Barclay's Unreasonable Impact Fellowship
Languages
English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
French
Intermediate (B1)
Timeline
Fellow - Royal Agricultural Society of England
07.2024 - Current
Unreasonable Fellow - Unreasonable
03.2024 - Current
Mentor (pro bono) - Metagrove Ventures
05.2022 - Current
Founder & CEO - Vertical Future
09.2016 - 09.2025
Senior Program Manager - IMS Health
03.2016 - 09.2016
Manager - EY
12.2014 - 01.2016
Finance/Investment Work Stream Lead, Dementia Project - Office for Life Sciences, UK Department of Health
09.2014 - 11.2014
Senior Consultant - Deloitte
04.2014 - 11.2014
Honorary Health Economist - NHS
08.2012 - 03.2014
Project Manager - Bangor University
07.2010 - 03.2014
Analyst / Project Manager - African Century
09.2009 - 04.2010
Intern - KPMG
02.2009 - 03.2009
Aircraft Engineer - United States Air Force
07.2003 - 06.2006
Centre for Health Economics and Medicines Evaluation, Bangor University - PhD, Health Economics
Cass Business School - MSc, Energy, Trade and Finance
University of Buckingham - BSc (Hons), Business Economics
Swiss Finance Academy - Professional, Investment Banking, Trading, and Capital Market Dynamics
MIT Sloan School of Management - Sustainable Leadership Executive Education,
Key Leadership & Board Traits
- Strategic Vision: Ability to identify opportunities, develop innovative strategies, and guide organizations through complex challenges.
- Financial Acumen: Expertise in fundraising, investment, and financial management, ensuring sustainable growth and profitability.
- Stakeholder Engagement: Skilled at building strong relationships with investors, partners, and team members, fostering collaboration and alignment.
- Resilience & Adaptability: Proven ability to navigate uncertainty, pivot strategies as needed, and maintain momentum in dynamic environments.
- Impact-Driven: Commitment to creating positive social and environmental impact through sustainable business practices and responsible leadership.
Publications
- Private Equity Deleveraging
- A Cohort Study of Patient Outcomes in Elective Orthopaedics
- Use of Preference-based Multi-attribute Health Status Systems and Quality Adjusted Life Years in Orthopaedics: A Systematic Review
- Public-private Partnerships in Health Care
- The Importance of Health Outcomes and the Use of the Spend and Outcomes Tool in England
Golf, football, chess
Passionate about solving challenges, no matter the sector or level of difficulty. In my personal life, I have three children, am learning multiple languages, was a near scratch golfer in my younger years, regularly play competitive chess online, and of course enjoy my football. As an economist by training, I also keep regularly keep up-to-date with macro and microeconomic trends, and like to discuss trends with my children to accelerate their understanding of the world.