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James Burstow

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President and Co-CEO at The Good Book Company Limited
📍 Epsom, England, United Kingdom

As President and Co-CEO of The Good Book Company, James has over 25 years of leadership experience in the publishing industry. He focuses on setting long-term strategy and driving global growth for the companys faith-based resources. He is an alumnus of the University of Birmingham.

James is passionate about creating books and resources that equip the church and encourage people in their faith. He thrives on building strong, collaborative teams and fostering creative energy, frequently gathering his US and UK staff for inspirational summits to brainstorm and connect on a personal level.

He recently led The Good Book Company in its transition to becoming 100% employee-owned.

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Experience
30 Years
Current Role
President and Co-CEO
Location
Epsom, England, United Kingdom
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Publishing Leadership
With over two decades of experience, he focuses on setting long-term vision and global strategy for creating and distributing biblically faithful content.
Employee Ownership
He recently led his company's transition to a 100% employee-owned model, which he views as a natural step for a highly collaborative and team-focused organization.
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Career

Work history

9-2025
President and Co-CEO
The Good Book Company Limited
1-2019 - 9-2025
President and Chief Commercial Officer
The Good Book Company Limited
9-2003 - 1-2019
Commercial Director
The Good Book Company Limited
10-2002 - 9-2003
London Men's Convention Event Manager
London Men's Convention
5-2001 - 10-2002
Corporate Partnerships Manager
Great Ormond Street Hospital Children's Charity
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Education
1991 - 1994
Geography and Political Science
University of Birmingham
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Steyning Grammar School
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