James Hardy
- Categories: After Dinner Speakers, Keynote Speakers
Price Band C: £5K - £10K
- Topics: Business, Customer Service, Finance & Economics, Marketing & Branding, Politics & Current Affairs, Teamwork

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James Hardy
About James Hardy
James Hardy is a leading authority on retail globalisation, e-commerce, and online growth strategies, helping brands navigate and future-proof their expansion across diverse trading platforms, including Amazon, Alibaba, boutique marketplaces, and own-brand sites. With extensive expertise in creating scalable e-commerce solutions, James has been instrumental in guiding businesses to thrive in competitive global markets.
With a background in law and mergers and acquisitions, James previously served as Head of Europe for Alibaba, where he gained invaluable insights into scaling businesses on a global scale. Following this, he co-founded the UK’s largest China-focused e-commerce exporter, an award-winning platform that enabled European brands to establish and grow their market presence in mainland China. His work has directly supported businesses in building significant market share in one of the world’s most challenging and dynamic economies.
James has also developed international e-commerce strategies for multiple FTSE 250 companies, focusing on maximising brand value for external, private, and public markets. His innovative approach bridges the lessons learned from global conglomerates like Alibaba with start-up methodologies, offering actionable insights for businesses of all sizes aiming to scale effectively.
A recognised thought leader, James’s expertise has been featured in The Financial Times, The Huffington Post, The Journal du Net, BBC, and China Daily News. His insights on navigating complex e-commerce landscapes continue to inspire and guide brands in their pursuit of sustainable online growth and global market success.
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