Growth Smarter.
Move Faster.
Grow Smarter.
Move Fast.
Growth Smarter.
Move Faster.
We architect predictable growth by uniting insight led strategy with senior operator expertise, trusted networks, and AI enabled systems for smarter, faster, outcomes.
Next AI exists to help tech, media and entertainment businesses turn disruption into momentum. We align what you sell, what you build and how you work into one AI ready growth system, designed and led by operators who’ve done it before.
OUR MISSION
OUR MISSION
We’re building the AI native operating system for the future of consulting and growth, a system that closes the gap between strategy, execution and outcomes.
By combining real time intelligence, domain specific copilots, and orchestrated workflows, Next AI® transforms how organisations plan, operate, and scale.
From go-to-market, product innovation to operational transformation, we help businesses move faster, execute smarter through technology and focus human knowledge and networks where they drives the most value.
SECTOR EXPERTISE
SECTOR EXPERTISE
WE WORK WITH
BUSINESS SNAPSHOT
WE WORK WITH
GTM Assignments
We build go-to-market engines that actually sell: clear positioning, sharp ICP focus, and repeatable motions across the entire funnel.
Expert Operators
Our GTM work is powered by an expert network of executive operators who’ve actually built, scaled, and exited in your world.
Active Markets
We’re already active in 8 markets, so you’re not buying theory or a one-country view. Our operator networks spans across key hubs in Europe and North America.
Client Retention
Our 100% client retention reflects the trust we build and the outcomes we deliver, consistently turning first projects into long-term partnership.
BUSINESS SNAPSHOT
GTM Assignments
We build go-to-market engines that actually sell: clear positioning, sharp ICP focus, and repeatable motions across the entire funnel.
Expert Operators
Our GTM work is powered by an expert network of executive operators who’ve actually built, scaled, and exited in your world.
Active Markets
We’re already active in 8 markets, so you’re not buying theory or a one-country view. Our operator networks spans across key hubs in Europe and North America.
Client Retention
Our 100% client retention reflects the trust we build and the outcomes we deliver, consistently turning first projects into long-term partnership.
OUR TEAM
OUR TEAM
Leadership
Cofounder
James Upson
Cofounder
James Upson
Cofounder
James Upson
Cofounder
Tanzil Bukhari
Cofounder
Tanzil Bukhari
Cofounder
Tanzil Bukhari
Advisory Council
Advisor
Ander Lopez Ochoa
Advisor
Ander Lopez Ochoa
Advisor
Ander Lopez Ochoa
Advisor
Dan Feldstein
Advisor
Dan Feldstein
Advisor
Dan Feldstein
Advisor
Deirdre Mcglashan
Advisor
Deirdre Mcglashan
Advisor
Deirdre Mcglashan
Advisor
Fern Potter
Advisor
Fern Potter
Advisor
Fern Potter
Advisor
Kayee Cheung
Advisor
Kayee Cheung
Advisor
Kayee Cheung
Advisor
Menno Wagenaar
Advisor
Menno Wagenaar
Advisor
Menno Wagenaar
Advisor
Nick Slaymaker
Advisor
Nick Slaymaker
Advisor
Nick Slaymaker
Advisor
Sean King
Advisor
Sean King
Advisor
Sean King
Advisor
Tahir Basheer
Advisor
Tahir Basheer
Advisor
Tahir Basheer
Advisor
Warren Griffiths
Advisor
Warren Griffiths
Advisor
Warren Griffiths
A NETWORK OF PROVEN OPERATORS,
Next AI is built around a globally curated network of senior, proven operators, who have:
Run growth, product and transformation at leading tech, media & entertainmet companies
Launched and scaled new revenue streams and products
Owned P&Ls, not just PowerPoints
We assemble the right mix for each client: a lean core team plus access to deep specialists when needed. No bloated benches. No “up‑and‑coming” grads learning on your time.
A NET WORK OF PROVEN OPERATORS
Next AI is built around a globally curated network of senior, proven operators.
We assemble the right mix for each client: a lean core team plus access to deep specialists when needed. No bloated benches. No “up‑and‑coming” grads learning on your time.