James Swinyard is the Director of Investments and Partnerships at My Green Lab, where he leads fundraising efforts to advance the organization’s nonprofit mission of cultivating a global culture of sustainability in science. He plays a pivotal role in building strategic partnerships across the scientific ecosystem—from laboratory operators and lab product manufacturers to service providers—and oversees the Converge Supplier Initiative, a collaborative program driving sustainable supply chain transformation.

Before joining My Green Lab, James was a food and beverage entrepreneur, managing global supply chains aligned with Fair Trade and Regenerative Organic certifications. His passion for sustainability and human health continues to shape his work and advocacy. Outside of his work in sustainable science, James is an avid snowboarder, home chef, and proud caretaker of five pet ducks.