James William Oag
London & Cardiff,United Kingdom
Summary
Accomplished professional with expertise in site origination and feasibility, data centre development for AI and HPC, and power and infrastructure assessment. Demonstrates proficiency in commercial strategy and deal structuring, partnership development with developers, EPCs, and operators, as well as modular infrastructure deployment. Skilled in cross-border business development, financial literacy, business networking, strategic partnerships, profit and loss understanding, and business modelling. Committed to leveraging these competencies to drive innovative solutions in the industry.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work history
Founder
Pinnux
London
2024.05 - 2026.05
- Founded and developed a platform focused on site origination and feasibility for digital infrastructure projects.
- Identifying and assessing land opportunities across the UK and Europe.
- Conducting pre-feasibility analysis, including power availability, fibre connectivity, planning constraints and environmental considerations.
- Working alongside developers, operators and EPC partners to position sites for AI / HPC deployments.
- Supporting early stage deal structuring and investor positioning.
- Nurtured industry relationships, facilitated collaboration opportunities.
- Formed partnerships with key stakeholders to drive business growth.
- Developed business strategy by conducting comprehensive market research.
Business Development Affiliate Partner
World in Motion
2024.01 - 2024.08
- Supported business development initiatives across international markets
- Built relationships with partners and clients across sport and entertainment sectors
- Assisted in identifying commercial opportunities and strategic partnerships
- Forged international alliances for global outreach and diversification.
- Established new partnerships for enhanced industry reach.
- Negotiated high-value contracts to secure long-term business stability.
Partner
Anglo Medical Partners
London / Riyadh
2023.01 - 2024.01
- Co-led a medical technology and AI distribution business operating between the UK and Saudi Arabia
- Focused on introducing advanced medical technologies to private clinics and healthcare providers
- Built relationships with UHNW clients, clinics, and institutional partners
- Supported cross-border deal flow and commercial negotiations
- Orchestrated successful marketing campaigns to increase brand visibility.
- Forged international alliances for global outreach and diversification.
Founder & Operator
SME Businesses
2010.09 - 2022.09
- Founded and operated multiple SMEs, including health led food takeaway concepts
- Increased staff productivity by introducing efficient work protocols.
- Led team to achieve company objectives on time and within budget.
- Established company brand for improved visibility and recognition.
- Made strategic decisions to guide company's growth and expansion.
- Managed full business lifecycle: operations, staffing, marketing, and financial performance
- Developed strong commercial awareness and operational discipline from an early stage
Education
A-Level - Physical Education.
St.Davids College
Cardiff 09/2006 - 07/2018
GCSEs -
Cardiff High School
Cardiff 09/2001 - 07/2006
Skills
- Site Origination & Feasibility
- Data Centre Development (AI / HPC)
- Power & Infrastructure Assessment
- Commercial Strategy & Deal Structuring
- Partnership Development (Developers, EPCs, Operators)
- Modular Infrastructure Deployment
- Cross-Border Business Development
- Financial literacy
- Business networking
- Strategic partnerships
- Profit and loss understanding
- Business modelling
Certification
- EXIN EPI Certified Data Centre Professional (CDCP)
- NVIDIA AI Infrastructure & Operations Fundamentals
Affiliations
- Running
- Padel
- Gym
- Chess
- Reading
Languages
English
Native
Arabic
Beginner
French
Beginner
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Founder
Pinnux
2024.05 - 2026.05
Business Development Affiliate Partner
World in Motion
2024.01 - 2024.08
Partner
Anglo Medical Partners
2023.01 - 2024.01
Founder & Operator
SME Businesses
2010.09 - 2022.09
A-Level - Physical Education.
St.Davids College
09/2006 - 07/2018
GCSEs -
Cardiff High School
09/2001 - 07/2006