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The Trailblazer! Redefining Business Impact
Meet James Dutton – a force of nature, a visionary on a mission, and a true disruptor in the world of business. From the roaring stages of global events to the heart of FMCG innovation, James embodies the very essence of purpose-driven entrepreneurship.

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Topics

Represented by ICMI Australia’s best-known and most trusted talent agencies for Speakers, Entertainers and Hosts. From entrepreneurship to sustainability, from startup navigation to strategy—I cover a range of topics designed to provoke thought and inspire action.

  • Entrepreneurship

  • My Journey

  • What it takes

  • Sustainability ESG and B-Corp commitments

  • Building a purpose-driven business culture

  • Ecommerce

  • Brand Building

  • Running a Bootstrapped Business

  • Raising capital and the transition

  • Transitioning in and out of Startup mode

  • Navigation and strategy

  • Costly detours

James Dutton Carrera Cup 2003 Melbourne GP
Four Generations of the Dutton Famliy
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James Dutton - Automotive
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Where Experience Meets Expertise,

Each business venture, whether it's in construction or digital publishing, has taught me something unique. Take a look at some of my work that's disrupted industries, broken barriers, and created lasting value.

Spanning 30 plus years of experience and expertise include:

  • Stonehenge Homes - Construction industry

  • JB HiFi - Large volume Retail

  • Dutton Sporting Cars - Automotive business

  • Dutton Motorsport - National motorsport racing

  • Dutton Sporting Cars - Luxury automotive business

  • Duttondirect.com -Digital publishing

  • Box Magazine - Traditional publishing

  • Dutton Finance - Automotive and Asset finance

  • MiDrive - Digital application for finance and Insurance

  • Nutricare - Internationally awarded, global FMCG brand

  • Patch - Internationally awarded, medical device Innovation

  • CATALYST Inc. Global brand advisory supporting global growth for mission driven brands.

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in the press

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  • Excellent presentation. Totally engaged and able to link his amazing story into valuable business applications.

    National Mortgage Brokers

  • James is a dynamic entrepreneur and speaker who cares. His approach to building a great business and leadership is focused on authenticity and adding value to this world.

    Chairman - DC based Forbes Top 50 non-profit

  • James’ story on it’s own is captivating, but his storytelling and experience elevates Nutricare’s story to make it one of Australia’s great recent business successes.

    Mark Bouris - Founder and Executive Chairman Yellow Brick Road

  • James is a hugely energetic, highly motivated, creative thinking individual who is an outstanding person to work with, full of good ideas and is highly enthusiastic and is passionate about his product and business. I would recommend him to anyone.

    Hamish Mclachlan - Sports broadcaster 7 Sport, Seven Network

  • James is an incredible leader. His products are effective, beautiful and good for the environment. e is an inspirational speaker and the story of how he launched and grew (and continues to grow) Nutricare a true Aussie success story.

    Director, Investment Australian Trade and Investment Commission