Jim Bailey
About Jim Bailey
Jim Bailey is a seasoned financial executive with over 25 years of experience in the Telecoms, Media, and Technology sectors, currently offering consultancy services in corporate finance and serving as an interim CFO for SMEs.
Jim Bailey Chief Financial Officer
Jim Bailey is the Chief Financial Officer with over 25 years of experience in the Telecoms, Media, and Technology sectors. He has a rich background in high-level financial roles, including positions such as Director of M&A, Chief Financial Officer, and Chief Executive Officer. Bailey has amassed a wealth of expertise in corporate finance, business planning, and M&A, making him a quintessential leader in financial management and strategy.
Jim Bailey Education
Jim Bailey holds a Bachelor of Commerce degree from the University of Calgary, equipping him with a solid foundation in business and finance. Additionally, he earned an MBA from the prestigious London Business School, further enhancing his managerial and strategic capacities. Bailey is also a member of the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA), verifying his expertise and commitment to financial management excellence.
Jim Bailey Telecel International and Orascom Telecom
Jim Bailey played a significant role in Telecel International, initially serving as CFO and later as CEO. Telecel International is a subsidiary of Orascom Telecom Holdings with extensive operations across sub-Saharan Africa. His tenure saw crucial financial oversight and strategic leadership that contributed to the company's operations and expansion. Additionally, Bailey worked on business development for the EMEA region and was the CFO of Orascom Telecom WiMAX Limited, a joint venture with Intel Capital.
Jim Bailey Financial Consulting for SMEs
For the past 10 years, Jim Bailey has pivoted towards financial consulting, focusing on small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). In this role, he provides corporate finance advice, particularly in areas of mergers and acquisitions (M&A), business planning, and acting as an interim or part-time CFO. Bailey's extensive experience in high-stakes financial environments has proven invaluable to SMEs, guiding them through complex financial landscapes and growth strategies.