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  • Start Date: 17 Sep 2024
  • Start Time: 12:00 PM - 12:30 PM
  • Location: Linkedin

James Bunting, CEO at Leighton and Chair of the Advisory Board at Dynamo North East, is set to feature in an engaging Talking Talent LinkedIn Live session with Julie Mordue. This session promises to delve into his impressive career, visionary leadership style, and insightful thoughts on the future of technology and careers.

James has been at the helm of Leighton since September 2017, steering the award-winning integrated technology business through significant scale-up and growth. Under his leadership, Leighton has excelled in connecting businesses with their customers and redefining digital engagement across various touchpoints. Before joining Leighton, James held various positions at Communicator Corp, including Director of Strategy and Research, ultimately becoming Managing Director for five years.

James shares, ‘At Leighton, we bring people and technology together to deliver software applications that not only meet but exceed the evolving demands of today’s digital landscape. As CEO, I am dedicated to setting the culture and strategy that empowers our talented team to deliver on this mission. Over the last 12 months, the team have enjoyed…

  • Becoming an AWS Advanced Consulting Partner

  • Placed 7th in the annual Northern Tech Awards league table recognising our revenue growth over the past three years

  • Recognised as one of the UK's Best Workplaces

  • Achieving + 100 Customer NPS Score

In addition to leading Leighton, I also serve as Chair of Dynamo North East, the largest business membership organisation dedicated to growing the tech sector in the North East. My work with Dynamo reflects my commitment to fostering innovation and driving regional development in the tech industry.’

James is also a prominent figure in email marketing, having served as Vice Chair of the Email Marketing Council for the Direct Marketing Association UK for a decade. His contributions to industry debates, research, and the development of benchmarks have been invaluable. Additionally, as a guest speaker for the Institute of Direct and Digital Marketing (IDM), he has shared his expertise with future leaders through the Email Marketing Award programme.

In his upcoming conversation with Julie Mordue, James will explore his thoughts on the evolving landscape of technology and careers. Known for his forward-thinking approach, he is expected to provide valuable insights into how businesses can leverage digital transformation to stay competitive and innovative.

Join us for this insightful LinkedIn Live session by clicking the "Attend" button now to reserve your spot!

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