James Bidwell is a strategic partner and founding team member at Capital D. See sector focus and contact routes.
James Bidwell is a strategic partner and founding team member at Capital D, bringing extensive executive experience as a former CMO at Selfridges and CEO of Anthropologie Europe. His investment thesis centers on the Capital D view that disruption is a permanent lever for value creation, informed by his 2017 bestselling book “Disrupt! 100 lessons in business innovation”. Bidwell supports the investment team specifically in horizon scanning, thematic deep dives, and ESG or sustainability strategy, reflecting a commitment to accelerating the energy transition. While his typical check size and lead/follow behavior are not publicly disclosed, he serves as a director and investor in the Natural Mat Company and previously sat on the board of Invincible Brands. His portfolio includes Natural Mat Company and Invincible Brands, with his broader focus on innovation and sustainability rather than specific sector exclusivity. Bidwell’s distinctive point of view emphasizes business as a force for good, and he chairs Re_Set, a B Corp and member of 1% for the Planet.
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