James Pettigrew is a seasoned financial professional with deep expertise in guiding high-growth, innovative, and entrepreneurial businesses. As a strategic financial advisor to Boards and CEOs, a CEO coach, and a CFO mentor, James brings a unique blend of financial strategy, governance insight, and leadership development to his work. His focus is on supporting growth-stage software companies in achieving sustainable success.
James first connected with MacKay CEO Forums in 2012 while leading a large regional professional services practice for Deloitte, when he joined a CEO forum group chaired by Nancy MacKay. In 2015, he stepped into the role of CFO for a Canadian software company that went on to achieve Unicorn status. Since 2019, James has built a successful consulting and board career from his home base on the West Coast, while maintaining strong business, community, and family ties to Calgary.
In his role as Fractional CFO for MacKay CEO Forums, James applies his financial expertise and governance experience to strengthen the organization’s foundation, enabling continued growth and impact for Canada’s community of CEOs, executives, and business owners.