Barry E James
Transformation Architect, Mentor, Author and Host
Mission: Inspiring and Supporting Changemakers
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About Barry
Insightful Thinker
An agile, insightful, thinker and seasoned ecosystem engineer. Experienced and adept at re-architecting at Platform or Business (many), Sector (NHS & FS) or National (Fintech, FCA) levels
Ecosystem Engineer
Capable of re-engineering even the most complex ecosystems and institutions. Understanding the multi-layered interplay of digital, cultural and business forces in an ever changing and developing digital landscape. Transforming thinking, processes and outcomes
Inspirational Speaker
Experienced and adept as host, moderator and inspirational keynote speaker. In-person, in the media and online.
Current Focus
Currently focussed on the UK (and world) Energy Crisis and combatting its worst consequences via the Humane.Energy project.
Latest News
University Fellowship
Barry was a founding Industrial Fellow at the University of East London's Royal School of Business and Law.
Advisory Board Member
He was also a founding member of advisory board for the Centre of Fintech at the University.
Transformational Ventures
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UK Fintech Innovation Unit Timeline
2013: "Regulation has to be pro-innovation... the FCA has committed to open its doors to financial service firms who are developing new approaches, to help them navigate the regulatory system"
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HumaneEconomics
2021: Why we're all screwed and what we can do about it. We are living with a plague of crises - a calamity of crises, if you will - unprecedented in human history. Not least because they're man made.
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Frontier Tech Radio
Since 2018: Weekly podcasts explaining, exploring and answering questions on the implications of frontier technology for people, Business and Businesses in this next wave of the Internet.
Crowdfunding Initiatives
The Crowdfunding Center
Since 2013: Provides crowdfund promotion and real time big-data-driven tools & insights for crowdfunders, backers, platforms, investors & analysts including daily and weekly charts & news.
TheCrowdDataCenter
Since 2014: Crowfunding Data, Stats & Analytics
WomenUnbound
2017: Research showing crowdfunding campaigns led by women reach their target more often than campaigns led by men, published by PwC and The Crowdfunding Centre.
New Routes To Funding
2016: THE Crowdfunding guide for Business Advisers & Mentors, Business Owners & Startups
Industry Associations & Conferences
Deep Impact Conferences
Since 2013: New Routes To Funding Businesses - Harnessing the Untapped Potential for Businesses, Products, Growth & Startups.
British Blockchain & Frontier Technologies Association
Since 2018: A new industry body providing a clear voice for the global blockchain and frontier technologies industries, its members, stakeholders and the public good.
Innovation Advocacy
Consistently advocating for innovation-friendly regulation and policy frameworks across financial services and technology sectors.
Publications & Media
Innovation Unit Proposal
August 2012: "Why the FSA should create an 'Innovation Unit'" - His criticism of the FSA's restrictions on crowdfunding opened the floodgates for discussion.
Articles by Barry James
Since 2012: Contributing to The Fintech Times, CityAM's CryptoAM, Crowdfund Insider, Real Business and more.
Digital Currency Analysis
June 2023: "Fintech Money: Going Mainstream, Remaking Money" - Barry E James looks at the creation of a digital pound, and examines its predecessors.
Expert Testimonials
Dr Julie Gregory, Entrepreneurship Course Designer
"Barry has an extraordinary ability to grasp and analyse the complicated biggest pictures, and translate it for us ordinary folk with metaphors that border on the lyrical. Always visionary, always reaching for the dreamed-of future."
"If you get the chance to listen to him speak or write - sit up straight and pay attention. It is authentic thought leaders like this that bring disruptive change. In this case in his unique, gentle but passionate, way."
Bill Lewis, Mentor to C-Suite Executives & Entrepreneurs
"I have had the pleasure of numerous conversations with Barry over the last year and he rates one of the most knowledgeable and insightful people I've come across, ever."
"His Blockchain 101 workshop was delivered with such clarity that I had no problem coming away with a significant increase in my knowledge."
"One of the attributes of a real expert, is that they are able to convey complex concepts in a simple manner and in an understandable format, and then take a range of diverse questions and answer them all completely. Barry executed on those deliverables without hesitation. It was a thoroughly enjoyable session."
"I would work with Barry at any time and thoroughly recommend him as an expert, colleague, and fellow business traveller."
Areas of Expertise

Visionary Leadership
Inspiring changemakers and driving innovation
Ecosystem Engineering
Re-architecting complex systems at multiple levels
Financial Innovation
Pioneering new approaches to funding and fintech
Frontier Technologies
Blockchain, AI and emerging digital platforms
Collaborative Networks
Building impactful communities and associations
Crowdfunding Impact
Barry's crowdfunding initiatives have made significant impact across the industry, with WomenUnbound achieving the highest impact score for its groundbreaking research on gender differences in crowdfunding success rates. The Crowdfunding Center and Deep Impact Conferences have maintained consistent influence over a decade of operation.
Frontier Technology Focus

Frontier Tech Radio
Weekly podcasts exploring frontier technology implications
Blockchain Expertise
Workshops, consulting and industry leadership
Digital Currency Analysis
Research on digital pound and cryptocurrency developments
Industry Association
British Blockchain & Frontier Technologies Association
Barry's work in frontier technologies spans education, analysis, and industry leadership, providing clear explanations of complex concepts and their implications for businesses and society.
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Social Platforms
Connect on LinkedIn and Twitter
30+
Years of Expertise
In business strategy, fintech, crowdfunding and frontier technologies
100+
Speaking Engagements
Conferences, workshops and media appearances
Get in touch with Barry to discuss speaking engagements, consulting opportunities, or collaboration on transformational projects. Fill out the contact form on his website or connect through social media platforms.