Data Storyteller and Investment Writer, Founder of Eeagli (LinkedIn Top Voices 2022 - Finance)

I make data dance because when numbers come alive you can see the world for what it is.

I’m James Eagle, a data visualisation specialist, keynote speaker, and seasoned investment writer with two decades of experience in asset management and banking industries. I’ve developed unique techniques that transforming complex topics into clear, compelling stories.

What I Do:

→ Data Visualisation: I bring stories to life through visuals that cut through the noise, revealing truths you might miss that help you start conversations that matter.

→ Thought Leadership: My upcoming book, From Chaos to Clarity (launching July 10), explores how data visualisation could help save humanity from a world drowning in data.

→ Keynote Speaking: When step on stage I ignite the room, bringing data to life through my powerful animated visualisations.

→ AI Innovation: I'm building an AI language model that lets you upload and explore massive datasets, uncover the hidden stories beneath the numbers, and transform these discoveries into powerful visual narratives.

→ Social Media & Communication: I consult with companies of all sizes to help them tell better stories online, bridging the gap between complexity and clarity.

Why It Matters: Because data, when brought to life, has the power to shift perspectives, shape strategies, and ignite new ideas.

James Eagle

OTIUM

I am CFO, Co-Founder and Co-Owner of Montres Otium SA.

OTIUM is a Swiss watch manufacturer that produces exceptionally rare timepieces that fuse traditional craftsmanship with the latest innovations and technologies. Without exception, each OTIUM timepiece is 100% manufactured in Switzerland by artisans, ensuring unparalleled levels of chronometric excellence.

OTIUM - Powerful, Precise, and Extraordinary; Worn by the Few.

Chief Financial Officer

Aegler SA

I was Co-Founder and Co-Owner of Aegler SA.
 
During the early start-up phase of the company I took on the roles of Chairman and CFO.

Within a timeframe of eight months we set up the company, designed the first watch and movement, and pre-launched the brand during the Geneva Watch Days in September 2022.

Co-Founder and Co-Owner

Time Zone Co., Ltd.

I was CFO, Co-Founder & Co-Owner of award-winning watch retailer Time Zone, Thailand’s Leading Independent Watch Specialist.
 
Time Zone was the brainchild of Ralf Calebow and Erik Meijer. Both Erik and I are passionate about watches and we love to share this passion. Together with our team we took our clients by the hand to guide them through the world of independent watch making.
 
Time Zone offered the finest timepieces, focussing on technically unique and aesthetically distinctive pieces. We curated and presented the finest independent brands. Additionally, we offered a carefully selected collection of mainstream brands to suit every level of affordability. We aimed to provide our clients with the highest level of service in a comfortable and luxurious atmosphere.
 
Time Zone offered over 16 brands in several boutiques in Bangkok: a 154 square meter multi-brand boutique. Furthermore a Jacob & Co and a Jaquet Droz mono-boutique in Gaysorn Village and the TZ Watch Clinic, our service, repair and bespoke design center, in the President Tower Arcade.
 
Amongst other, Time Zone was the exclusive partner in Thailand for:
 
Backes & Strauss
Benzinger
Bremont
Buben & Zorweg
Certina
Christian van der Klaauw
Czapek & Cie
Montres DeWitt
Graham
Jacob & Co
Jaquet Droz
Kerbedanz
Louis Erard
Schwarz Etienne 
SevenFriday 
and Speake-Marin.

Narcissus Group Co., Ltd.

I was CFO of Narcissus Group.

Narcissus Group was the official and exclusive representative of Philipp Plein in Thailand with a 198 square meter boutique in Bangkok at ICONSIAM.

BNP Paribas

From 2001 until 2018 I was Group Accounting and IFRS Specialist at former DAB Bank AG, Munich. DAB Bank AG was a bank specialized in brokerage services and was listed on the German stock market from 1999 onwards. 

Due to my outstanding performance and achievements within the Accounting and Financial Department (amongst them having contributed significantly to the successful implementation of SAP as the main accounting system), I was promoted to “Manager” and “Senior Manager” in 2003 and 2009, respectively.

My primary responsibilities were:
1. Solely responsible for the preparation of the Consolidated Financial Statements in accordance with IFRS for the Annual Reports and Quarterly Reports of DAB Bank Group.
2. Solely responsible for the disclosure of the Consolidated Financial Statements including the “Notes to the Consolidated Financial Statements” of the Annual Reports and Quarterly Reports of DAB Bank Group.
3. Mainly responsible for the reconciliation of the Individual Financial Statements of DAB Bank AG from German GAAP (HGB) to IFRS.
4. Support of daughter companies in accounting related guidelines regarding recognition, valuation and disclosure.
5. Solely responsible for all accounting related fundamental questions regarding recognition, valuation and disclosure in accordance with IFRS.
6. Responsible as stand-in for the monthly valuation of DAB Bank AG’s treasury portfolio. 
7. Responsible for purchase price allocations (PPA).
8. Solely responsible for the mark-to-model valuation and impairment tests related to companies and assets (participation in daughter companies, securities, client bases, goodwill asf.).
9. Project responsibility for the accounting side with regards to the implementation of new banking products.
10. Main contact person for audits (internal and external) and coordinator of the year-end audit (KPMG, EY, Deloitte, PwC a.o.).

Senior Manager - Group Accounting & IFRS Specialist

From 1999 until 2001 I was part of DAB Bank’s marketing team. Additionally, I took on the role of business support executive.

My main responsibilities were:
1. Acquisition of new customers via inbound and outbound marketing channels.
2. Answering questions related to all of the bank’s products and services.
3. Execution of all kinds of securities transactions.
4. Support of clients with regards to securities including rules and best practices pertaining to stock-, bond-, foreign currency-, and derivatives-markets.

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DAB Bank AG was a former subsidiary of HypoVereinsbank AG, Munich (which eventually was purchased by and merged with UniCredit S.p.A., Milano). In 2014 the majority of shares of DAB Bank AG were purchased by BNP Paribas S.A., Paris. In 2015 DAB Bank AG was delisted from the German stock market and eventually merged with BNP Paribas S.A., Paris.

Inbound & Outbound Marketing and Business Support Executive

Commerzbank AG

I was an apprentice for two years at Dresdner Bank AG (which was later on bought and merged with Commerzbank AG) which entailed 50% participating in hands-on practical daily work and 50% school attendance in order to learn the theoretical basics of banking. The German Banking Apprenticeship sets a very good foundation with regards to banking knowledge. Voluntarily I participated in extra curricula which meant additional workload. However, due to this I am entitled to call myself “Finanzassistent” (Financial Assistant).

Bankkaufmann / Finanzassistent (Commercial Diploma in Banking)

I am CFO, Co-Founder and Co-Owner of Montres Otium SA.

OTIUM is a Swiss watch manufacturer that produces exceptionally rare timepieces that fuse traditional craftsmanship with the latest innovations and technologies. Without exception, each OTIUM timepiece is 100% manufactured in Switzerland by artisans, ensuring unparalleled levels of chronometric excellence.

I was also Co-Founder and Co-Owner of Aegler SA. During the early start-up phase of the company I took on the roles of Chairman and CFO.
 
From 2019 until mid-2022 I was CFO, Co-Founder & Co-Owner of award-winning watch retailer Time Zone, 
Thailand’s Leading Independent Watch Specialist. In December 2021 Time Zone received the Robb Report “Best of the Best” Award in the Luxury Watch Retailer category.

From 2021 until mid-2022 I was CFO of Narcissus Group, the official and exclusive representative of Philipp Plein in Thailand with a 198 square meter boutique in Bangkok at ICONSIAM.

From 2001 until 2018 I was Group Accounting and IFRS Specialist at former DAB Bank AG, Munich. DAB Bank AG was a bank specialized in brokerage services and was listed on the German stock market from 1999 onwards. I was solely responsible for the preparation of the DAB Bank Consolidated Financial Statements in accordance with IFRS for the Annual Reports and Quarterly Reports of DAB Bank Group. Additionally, I was responsible for the disclosure of the Consolidated Financial Statements including the “Notes to the Consolidated Financial Statements” of the Annual Reports and Quarterly Reports of DAB Bank Group. 

From 1999 until 2001 I was inbound & outbound marketing and business support executive at DAB Bank AG.
 
DAB Bank AG was a former subsidiary of HypoVereinsbank AG, Munich (which eventually was purchased by and merged with UniCredit S.p.A., Milano). In 2014 the majority of shares of DAB Bank AG were purchased by BNP Paribas S.A., Paris. In 2015 DAB Bank AG was delisted from the German stock market and eventually merged with BNP Paribas S.A., Paris.

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