James Green

Early-stage investor focused on cybersecurity and fintech: As a General Partner at CRV, James sources and leads seed–Series B investments in security, infrastructure and financial-services stacks. He led CRV's investments in Astrix, Finley, and Legit Security and articulates category-level theses (e.g., vertical banking) for where foundational companies will emerge. crv+3

Operator-turned-investor with hands-on GTM experience: Before and during his investing career James took operating roles (e.g., growth/operations at Built Technologies and an early role at carwow) and emphasizes founder execution and go-to-market; this operating background complements his diligence and board work with portfolio companies. crv+1

Harvard-educated athlete and immigrant background that shapes founder empathy: Raised in Redditch (near Birmingham, UK) and a four‑year Harvard varsity rower, James frequently frames his investment approach as backing the 'scrappy underdog' rather than pedigrees—an ethos visible in his public bio and interviews. crv+1

Public thinker and category writer: James publishes investment-focused essays (e.g., CRV/Medium) and speaks on panels about cybersecurity and fintech, using writing and events to share conviction and help recruit founders and CXOs to portfolio networks. medium+1