James has worked for Bruton Knowles for the last 22 years after first joining the business in 1998 and first became managing partner in 2017.

"We have used this year to review our current strategy and create a new approach to driving the business forward. Areas of potential profit growth have been identified, and we’ve launched a new National Valuations team alongside a Utilities and Infrastructure (U&I) team to capitalise on these opportunities. 

In addition, we’ve acquired a strong rural surveying practice with an excellent reputation and established client base in the West Midlands and continue to look for additional growth opportunities. Looking ahead to 2021, I am delighted to have been re-elected as managing partner, focusing on the further development and growth of our business”