Executive Director, Brand Alchemist-in-Chief
Carey James is the Executive Director and Founder of Brand Alchemy, where he helps visionary founders, executives, and thought leaders transform from hidden talent into iconic brands. His career began in neuroscience research, but after realizing he was destined for more than academic purgatory, he left his PhD program to pursue branding and storytelling full-time. That leap sparked a dynamic career built around one mission: turning genius into influence.
Carey has advised entrepreneurs, executives, and organizations worldwide on building trust-driven brands that stand out in crowded markets.
He specializes in distilling complex ideas into compelling narratives that not only resonate but also position clients as category leaders. Known for blending neuroscience, storytelling, and strategic execution, he focuses on evolutionary trust—the biological hardwiring that makes stories the most powerful vehicle for influence.
Over the years, Carey has served as a board advisor, fractional executive, and consultant across industries ranging from technology to performance coaching. His experience spans executive and board advisory, brand management, sales leadership, and high-growth team development.
He has also built and led international teams, negotiated multimillion-dollar partnerships, and closed high-value sales.
At Brand Alchemy, Carey combines relentless execution with a global network of collaborators to help clients secure speaking engagements, land book deals, attract top talent, and raise investment.
His approach is bold, direct, and results-oriented—driven by the belief that no one can afford to be the best-kept secret in their industry.
We believe the best brands are felt before they’re explained.
That the right message, in the right voice, on the right stage—can change everything.
We don’t do cookie-cutter. We don’t do vanity.
We do alchemy.
Find Us
Scottsdale • Austin • Mexico City • Bay Area • Worldwide (remote)
We’re where the magic happens—and where you need us to be.
