

MEET JAMES

PROFESSIONAL JOURNEY
Jame Benoit’s career spans over two decades across Asia, Africa, the Middle East, and North America.
From global banking boardrooms to the ground floors of emerging market ventures, James has built a reputation for anticipating and overcoming challenges before they arise. As a Chartered Financial Analyst and a former global executive with frontline experience in scaling institutions, James channels his expertise into high-impact advisory initiatives that move the needle.
At the helm of Inventure – a next-gen advisory and structuring platform – James works closely with financial institutions, governments, fund managers, and entrepreneurs to bridge capital and opportunities. His work is defined by a deep understanding of how money moves across borders – especially in the corridors between Africa and Asia.
AWARDS AND RECOGNITIONS
James Benoit’s leadership has been consistently recognized by the global financial community.
He has been featured in leading financial publications and invited to speak at top international forums. In addition, his articles have also been published in reputable financial magazines.
His thought leadership on cross-border investment, sustainable finance, and regional economic transformation has influenced policies across continents.
But beyond titles, it’s his reputation that speaks the loudest. He is trusted by regulators, respected by peers, and followed by a growing network of investors who want to stay ahead of the global shifts.

AREAS OF EXPERTISE
James' advisory strength lies in his ability to solve complex challenges and deliver practical results. He is expert in:





CROSS-BORDER FINANCIAL STRATEGY
His advisory is rooted in the real-world understanding of capital flows across emerging and frontier markets.
AFRICA-ASIA INVESTMENT CORRIDORS
James brings deep operational insights into one of the world’s fastest-growing bridges.
BOARD-LEVEL AND INSTITUTIONAL ADVISORY
He has worked as a trusted advisor to CEOs, Boards, and public sector leaders, helping them with capital strategy for their short and long-term goals.
VENTURE STRUCTURING
James has founded several ventures that support entrepreneurs from idea to investment.
GLOBAL
BANKING
His expertise is shaped by a 25+ year international banking career. All his knowledge is available to clients without the layers of bureaucracy.