James Max

James Max appeared in the first series of BBC's The Apprentice, becoming an immensely popular candidate reaching the semi-finals.

As well as his obvious business acumen, gained from 15 years experience in investment banking, finance and property, he has demonstrated an aptitude to presenting on both television and radio. James has hosted "Business Matters" on London's LBC 97.3 since 2006 and now hosts their Early Breakfast Shows on Friday from 5 - 7am and Saturdays from 6 - 8am. www lbc.co.uk He also writes and presents the weekday Business Update on TalkSPORT's Drivetime show with Ian Wright and Adrian Durham www talksport.net He presented his own show on the station from January to March 2007 and regularly covers for their non-sports presenters earning a reputation for opinionated coverage and discussion of the day's current affairs.

On television, James is carving a niche in his real expertise, property. Co-presenting Profit from Property, Property Pensions and Property Boot Camp for Overseas Property TV www overseaspropertytv.com James dispenses practical property and financial advice to contributors with a certain charm and style. He regularly reviews the newspapers on Sky News and also appeared as the business expert on E4's "Harvey Goldsmith - The Encore".

In addition he writes a monthly column for Property Week magazine where he focusses on lifestyle and careers. James is an accomplished public speaker with recent engagements at a property industry luncheon and Lloyds TSB's small business exhibition. He has also hosted a range of awards ceremonies, notably the Shell Step final, an entrepreneurial competition for graduates and LBC News 1152's City Life Awards.

James is also a non-executive director of Wow Property. A new estate agency business that charges flat fees, whilst providing a full and professional estate agency service. www.wow-property.com

You can find out more information on James, including a link to his showreel on his personal website. www.jamesmax.co.uk

James also chairs conferences and seminars and is a conference facilitator and after dinner speaker as well as a host of events and award ceremonies, both at home and abroad.