James Lloyd Townshend
About James Lloyd Townshend
James Lloyd Townshend serves as the Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Tenth Revolution Group, a company recognized for providing a unified tech talent pipeline through various specialist technology brands. With over two decades of experience in the recruitment industry, he focuses on addressing the technology skills gap through innovative talent solutions.
Work at Tenth Revolution Group
James Lloyd Townshend has served as Chairman and Chief Executive Officer at Tenth Revolution Group since 2015. Under his leadership, the company has established itself as the only business globally providing a unified tech talent pipeline through a portfolio of specialist technology brands. His focus on building and scaling highly profitable international cloud recruitment brands and training academies has positioned Tenth Revolution Group as a leader in the recruitment industry.
Previous Experience at Hays
Prior to his role at Tenth Revolution Group, James Lloyd Townshend worked at Hays as Managing Director from 2006 to 2015. During his nine years at Hays in London, he contributed to the company's growth and success in the recruitment sector. His experience at Hays laid the foundation for his subsequent achievements in leading staffing firms.
Education and Expertise
James Lloyd Townshend studied at Newcastle University, where he earned a Bachelor of Arts (BA) degree in Economics and Accounting from 1991 to 1995. His academic background provides a strong foundation for his extensive experience in the recruitment industry, particularly in identifying under-served niche markets and developing innovative talent solutions.
Achievements in Recruitment Industry
James Lloyd Townshend has a strong track record of outperforming peers in the recruitment industry. With over two decades of experience, he has focused on solving the technology skills gap by finding, training, and deploying talent through unique solutions. His leadership has led to the creation of market-leading international cloud recruitment brands and training academies.