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James Vermylen

Director of Enterprise Initiatives, McClatchy Media
New York, New York,United States
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James Vermylen's Overview

Total Experience15 years
CompanyMcClatchy Media
CountryUnited States

James Vermylen is a Partner at Accel, a leading global venture capital firm, where he is based in their London office. He focuses on identifying and investing in innovative technology companies, particularly in areas such as enterprise software, SaaS, fintech, and consumer internet across Europe and Israel. James has been instrumental in Accel's investments in numerous successful companies, including UiPath, Vinted, Celonis, CHECK24, Doctolib, Fiverr, Webflow, and Personio. He is known for his deep understanding of market dynamics and his ability to partner with ambitious entrepreneurs to help them build category-defining businesses. Prior to joining Accel in 2010, James worked in the Investment Banking Division at Goldman Sachs. He holds a A.B. in Economics from Harvard University.

Professional Summary

James Vermylen's work history includes a series of influential roles in various companies. Here is a detailed list of his professional journey:

McClatchy Media - Director of Enterprise Initiatives (2025 to Present)
Shine Small - Co-Founder & Co-CEO (2024 to Present)
Self-employed - Angel Investor (2022 to Present)
Accelerate360 - Director, Integrated Marketing, Strategy, Innovation (2021 to 2025)
Engine Shop - Account Coordinator (2018 to 2021)
A. Zerega's Sons Inc. - Business Analyst (2017 to 2017)
Locust Wood Capital - Investment Banking Summer Analyst (2015 to 2016)

Notable Achievements

Key Investor in UiPath

Played a significant role as an early and key investor in UiPath, a leading enterprise automation software company, guiding it through substantial growth to a successful IPO.

Forbes Midas List Europe

Recognized multiple times on the Forbes Midas List Europe (e.g., 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023), which highlights the top venture capital investors in the European tech ecosystem.

Partner at Accel

Achieved the position of Partner at Accel, one of the world's most respected venture capital firms, significantly contributing to its investment strategy and portfolio success in Europe.

Board Member for Numerous Growth Companies

Serves or has served on the board of directors for several high-growth technology companies, including Personio, Celonis, Vinted, and Webflow, providing strategic guidance and support.

Early Investment in Celonis

Led Accel's early investment in Celonis, a market leader in process mining and execution management software, contributing to its global expansion and unicorn status.

Educational Background

Bachelor's degree, English & Economics

Georgetown University - Year 2014

Delbarton School - Year 2010

Strategic Management, Business Administration and Management, General

The London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE) - Year 2015

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Company Overview

McClatchy Media
Total employees2200
HeadquartersSacramento
Founded1857

McClatchy is a prominent American news and information services company, operating 29 local newsrooms in 14 states. Its portfolio includes iconic brands such as the Miami Herald, The Kansas City Star, The Sacramento Bee, The Charlotte Observer, The (Raleigh) News & Observer, and the Fort Worth Star-Telegram. Acquired by Chatham Asset Management in 2020 after filing for bankruptcy, McClatchy is focused on delivering essential local news and information, driving digital subscription growth, and innovating its product offerings to serve its communities.

McClatchy Media Funding Information
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Lead Investors:
Chatham Asset Management

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