As the CEO of Geronimo Pte Ltd, a small PE fund and its management company, James leads the strategic direction and execution of large-scale business turnaround and growth programs for various portfolio companies. He has over 5 years of experience in this role, and has successfully launched and scaled new businesses in different markets and industries, such as Carboncor Products, a startup that he was seconded to as CEO for over a year.James has an MBA from Warwick Business School and a background as a former British Army Officer and Accenture Managing Director. He has developed core competencies in business strategy, strategy development, and supply chain management, and has leveraged his extensive network and domain expertise to create value for his clients, partners, and stakeholders. He is passionate about delivering innovative solutions that address the challenges and opportunities faced by his portfolio companies, and is currently focused on expanding Geronimo's presence and impact in the region.
-
Client Account LeadAccentureSingapore
-
CeoGeronimo Pte Ltd Jul 2018 - PresentSingaporeDirector and CEO for Geronimo, a US40m PE fund, and it's management company, Geronimo Management and Consultancy (GMC)- Oversee due diligence and contract negotiations for all investments- Provide advice to the investee company leadership helping them be successful with the infusion of strategy, management, industry, and functional expertise.- Oversee provision of back office support services to all investee companies- Second myself into investee companies on a full or part time basis to build and/or maintain growth momentum (EG. See Carboncor and DSS below)
-
Board Member And Advisor To The Founder (On Secondment From Geronimo)Direct Sourcing Solutions Sep 2018 - PresentSingapore And PhilippinesDSS is a 200 seat offshore (Clark-Philippines) BPO/ITO company with spin off companies providing tech platform services to the co-working and billing industries. Geronimo is its majority shareholder.• Represent Geronimo on the Management Board • Advise CEO/Founder on growth strategies and business/ financial restructuring initiatives.• Write contracts and manage partner relationships to drive business success.• Provide guidance on business development and financial planning. -
Ceo (On Secondment From Geronimo)Carboncor Products Jul 2018 - Sep 2019Singapore, Australia And MalaysiaCarboncor is an innovative technology that allows asphalt to be laid cold instead of hot with superior results. Especially valuable in remote locations, offering significant cost and sustainability benefits. Geronimo took a minority stake in Carboncor Products who have the rights to the technology in Australia, Malaysia, and the Philippines.- Spearheaded a strategic overhaul of the team and operations, focusing on the company's key priorities. - Successfully managed the exit from poorly performing manufacturing and distribution partnerships, and negotiated new ones, securing a deal in Australia to expand our market reach. - Oversaw performance testing with government bodies to ensure the quality and effectiveness of our innovative technology. -
Managing DirectorAccenture Jul 2017 - Jul 2018SingaporeManaging Director overseeing sales and delivery of client value creation:- Led the $1bn+ Consumer Packaged Goods Industry Group practice across Asia Pacific, Middle East and Africa.- Managed the Finance & Performance Management, Supply Chain, and Procurement Management Consulting practices across South East Asia.
-
PrincipalXact Solutions Sep 2013 - Jun 2017SingaporeXAct Solutions (now known as "TMX") is a specialist Logistics & Industrial Property consultancy with 50 staff based in ANZ. I joined as the 4th owner of the business to expand the footprint into Asia.- Established the regional office in Singapore along with effective legal and business structures/ disciplines, and grew the footprint to include entities in both Indonesia and Thailand.- Built a strong team with unique capabilities and a respected brand. Established a diverse pipeline of work across 5 anchor clients from retail, manufacturing and logistics industries in Asia and the US.- Secured a financial exit from the business after putting in place a strong succession leadership team.
-
Cpg Industry, Asia PacificBt Global Services Jan 2012 - Aug 2013SingaporeEmployed to bring a deep Consumer and Retail Industries understanding to the Company's product development and go to market approach across Asia Pacific, Middle East and Africa,- Responsible for leveraging industry knowledge/ relationships to open new and grow existing accounts. - Led design and go to market of a new solutions targeting supply chain collaboration and engagement.- Developed and delivered extensive CPG and Retail industry internal training program -
Council MemberEcr Asia Pacific 2008 - Aug 2013Council member for the pre-eminent Industry Forum for the CPG and Retail sector in Asia Pacific.
-
PartnerAccenture Sep 2005 - Jan 2012Sydney And SingaporeLed the ANZ and then the ASEAN CPG Industry practices. - Managed and grew the ASEAN Consumer Products industry practice. Responsible for growing the client portfolio and expanding our service offerings within those clients. - Account Director for several Multi-National clients including L’Oreal, P&G, Coke, Danone, Fonterra and Diageo coordinating relationship development, sales, and delivery efforts across the APAC region.- Managed and grew Accenture portfolio of clients and work across Consumer Products industry in ANZ. - Sold and delivered Business and Technology Transformation program in large Philippines based FMCG- Sales Director for Accenture’s largest Consumer Products deal in APAC $100m+, based out of Singapore.- Deployed as a trouble shooter to resurrect AU part of global $1Bn HR Outsourcing program.
-
Transformation Program ManagerAccenture Sep 2001 - Sep 2005Sydney, New South Wales, Australia- 2001-02. Accenture Program Manager for the Detailed Design/ Business Case phase of $1Bn Woolworths’ Supply Chain program that transformed the Retail/ CPG landscape in Australia. - 2003-4. Accenture Program Manager for the Detailed Design/ Business Case phase of the Arnott’s Route to Market Program – a wide ranging transformation of Logistics, Sales, and Technology capabilities.- 2004-5. Accenture Program Manager for the launch of a Supply Chain Transformation program at Coles. Included mobilizing projects across all aspects of the supply chain and completing the business case.
-
Strategy Consultant And Project ManagerAccenture Nov 1997 - Sep 2001Sydney, New South Wales, Australia- Various strategic projects across industries and business functions. Select projects included Business Model design, Business Case development, Cost to Serve, IT strategies, and Product launch strategies.- Acting Australian Supply Chain Director, Global Food Company. Ran a Supply Chain design project, and was then seconded for 3 months to manage the implementation until a Director could be appointed.
-
Strategy Consultant And Project ManagerEconomist Intelligence: Eiu May 1997 - Sep 1997London Area, United KingdomPlanned and completed a full time 3 month feasibility study for a new publication for the global water industry as part of MBA course. -
Officer - Royal ArtilleryBritish Army Sep 1987 - Aug 1996United KingdomVarious operational, training and liaison roles around the world.- 1994-1996. Royal NZ Artillery. Seconded as Training Officer to the NZ Artillery. Assisted in preparing Kiwi contingents for duty in Bosnia. Represented NZ in military training and liaison in Australia and SE Asia.- 1993-1994. Troop Commander, Northern Ireland. Successfully trained and led Troop of 30 soldiers for 6-month counter-terrorism mission in South Armagh involving foot, vehicle, and helicopter patrols.- 1990-1991. Gun Position Officer, 1991 Gulf War. Led (and returned safely home with) a unit of 120 men and 8 Artillery Guns. Awarded Artillery Commander's Commendation for leadership. -
TeacherPerrott Hill School Sep 1986 - Sep 1987UkTaught Sport, Math, English, French and Latin during gap year between school and joining the Army
James Layard Education Details
-
AccentureLeadership Development Program -
Man Management And Strategy -
Canford
Frequently Asked Questions about James Layard
What company does James Layard work for?
James Layard works for Accenture
What is James Layard's role at the current company?
James Layard's current role is Client Account Lead.
What schools did James Layard attend?
James Layard attended Accenture, University Of Warwick - Warwick Business School, Royal Military Academy Sandhurst, Canford.
Who are James Layard's colleagues?
James Layard's colleagues are Rachelle Honrales, Mohamed Osama, Nikhil Ravi, Scony Walter Hemlata, Allu Venkata Upendra, Valentin Gueret, Satish Upadhyay.
Free Chrome Extension
Find emails, phones & company data instantly
Aero Online
Your AI prospecting assistant
Select data to include:
0 records × $0.02 per record
Download 750 million emails and 100 million phone numbers
Access emails and phone numbers of over 750 million business users. Instantly download verified profiles using 20+ filters, including location, job title, company, function, and industry.
Start your free trial