Digital asset pioneer James Bowater joins Vaultz Capital as Global Head of Partnerships
Vaultz Capital plc, a leading digital asset operating company, has today announced the appointment of renowned Bitcoin and cryptocurrency expert James Bowater as Global Head of Partnerships.
The appointment marks a significant milestone for Vaultz Capital as it continues to scale its Bitcoin mining operations and treasury management capabilities. It brings one of the digital asset industry's most respected figures into a key strategic role.
A decade of digital asset leadership
James Bowater has established himself as one of the most influential voices in the digital asset ecosystem over the past decade. Since entering the cryptocurrency space in 2014, he has consistently demonstrated an exceptional ability to identify emerging trends and build meaningful connections across the industry.
His groundbreaking work founding Crypto AM in partnership with City A.M. represented a watershed moment for mainstream cryptocurrency coverage, making it the first established business publication to feature regular, authoritative coverage of AI, blockchain, crypto assets, DeFi, digital assets, and Web3 in 2018.
Building on this success, James launched The Digital Commonwealth in 2024, creating a community-focused platform that is rapidly becoming a cornerstone of digital asset education and networking. The Digital Commonwealth Mansion House Series has garnered extensive recognition from government and industry leaders, delivering five summits featuring 224 world-class speakers, 1,154 delegates, and 537 companies represented.
His industry recognition includes being named 'Blockchain Advisor of the Year' at the prestigious AIBC Awards in Malta (2022) and his roles as Global Ambassador for World Mobile, CUDOS, and Minutes Network.
Strategic vision and partnership excellence
As founder of Jade Vault and Jade City and co-founder and chairman of Kithe Technologies, James has demonstrated exceptional ability to build and scale innovative digital asset ventures. His advisory positions with Palm Economy, Rainfall, and Smarter Contracts underscore his strategic value across the ecosystem.
James noted that he is excited to be joining such a prestigious team at Vaultz, saying: "I couldn’t be more delighted to be joining the incredible Vaultz Capital team which already feels more like family having known Eric Benz, Aleks Nowak, Adam Vaziri, Marc Taverner, and Henrik Hoffmeyer for years, and who can one trust more than family? With track records of innovation, collaboration and education at our collective core, I am personally very excited with what the future may hold."
CEO endorsement
Eric Benz, CEO of Vaultz Capital, expressed his enthusiasm for the appointment: "James represents the very best of what our industry has to offer – a rare combination of deep technical understanding, exceptional relationship-building capabilities, and an unwavering commitment to advancing Bitcoin adoption through education and strategic partnerships.
"His track record of identifying and nurturing the most promising opportunities in our space is outstanding. The partnerships he has cultivated over the past decade represent some of the most influential and innovative organisations driving Bitcoin forward globally.
"What excites me most about James joining our team is his proven ability to see around corners – to identify not just where the industry is today, but where it's heading tomorrow. His vision for how strategic partnerships can accelerate institutional Bitcoin adoption aligns perfectly with our mission to build scalable, revenue-generating infrastructure within the Bitcoin ecosystem.
"The relationships James brings, combined with his deep understanding of regulatory landscapes and institutional requirements, will be transformational for Vaultz Capital. We're not just gaining a Global Head of Partnerships but a strategic architect who understands how to build bridges between traditional finance and the Bitcoin economy.
"I believe this appointment positions us exceptionally well to capitalise on the accelerating institutional adoption we're witnessing across the sector. James's ability to articulate the value proposition of Bitcoin treasury strategies and infrastructure investment to sophisticated institutional partners will be invaluable as we continue to scale our operations."
