About James
James is the Founder and CEO of Geode Solutions, a consultancy that helps organisations tackle complex challenges by aligning strategy, systems, and delivery. Since establishing Geode in 2013, he has worked with public sector and enterprise clients across healthcare, justice, infrastructure, and government service delivery.
James brings a rare blend of strategic thinking, hands-on delivery experience, and commercial acumen. He works closely with executives, programme leaders, and delivery teams to clarify priorities, shape future-state models, and guide complex programmes from early planning through to implementation. His focus is always on making change practical, manageable, and valuable — not just on paper, but in practice.
Career and Experience
In 2022, James shifted his full focus to growing Geode Solutions, strengthening its role as a trusted advisory partner to public and enterprise clients. Building on this foundation, he expanded Geode's product platform work to develop digital tools and platforms that extend Geode’s consulting expertise through technology and product innovation
Previously, James served as Managing Director within the Constellation Software (Volaris Group) portfolio, where he led the growth of a vertical market software business delivering mission-critical systems to emergency services agencies. Under his leadership, the business increased net revenue more than 15-fold and delivered major digital transformation programmes with NSW and Queensland Health.
Earlier in his career, James held senior roles with Tolerro, Bentley Systems, and Exor Corporation, leading complex delivery and transformation initiatives across Australia, New Zealand, Southeast Asia, Europe, and North America
Leadership Style
James is known for his calm, structured leadership in complex environments. He thrives in situations where clarity is lacking, trust must be earned, and outcomes matter. Whether defining investment priorities, resolving delivery friction, or turning strategy into executable plans, James focuses on making real progress — not just delivering reports. He builds high-performance teams, fosters trust-based stakeholder engagement, and helps organisations scale their internal capability as they grow.