James Hayward

James Hayward is a seasoned leader in deep technology, transitioning from a successful career in market research and analysis at IDTechEx to driving innovation and venture building as Chief Operating Officer at Cambridge Future Tech. He is focused on bridging the gap between cutting-edge academic research and commercial application, particularly in areas like climate tech and deep tech, by employing techno-economic analyses before product spinouts. camfuturetech+1

His expertise spans a wide range of emerging technologies, including wearable technology, e-textiles, sensors, haptics, augmented/virtual/mixed reality, stretchable electronics, advanced materials, and user interfaces. At IDTechEx, he was instrumental in developing their wearable technology platform, overseeing research, and providing strategic consulting to global companies. idtechex+2

Academically, James holds a First Class Honours MSci in Chemistry with Medicinal Chemistry from Imperial College London. His early research involved printed electronic systems, membrane biophysics, and drug delivery devices, providing a strong scientific foundation for his later work in technology analysis and deep tech commercialization. idtechex+1