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James Gray

Founder of Sophie James Wine Co.

San Francisco Bay Area

Overview 

James Gray is an entrepreneur and vintner based in the San Francisco Bay Area, known for co-founding Sophie James Wine Co. and serving as the CEO of Giving Assistant, Inc. He has a successful track record in founding and leading companies in the e-commerce and digital marketing sectors, with notable investments in startups like VivaReal. Gray's career highlights include co-founding Ticketmaster's subsidiary GET ME IN! and being a founding investor and advisor at VivaReal, showcasing his expertise in business development, digital media, and strategic planning within the startup ecosystem.

Work Experience 

  • Co-Founder

    2017 - Current

Sophie James Wine Co. specializes in manufacturing and distribution of wine and spirits.

  • Board Advisor

    2022

  • Co-Founder, CEO

    2014 - 2021

  • Founding Investor, Advisor

    2009 - 2020

    Acquired by OLX https://latamlist.com/2020/03/03/olx-brasil-acquires-100-of-grupo-zap-shares-for-640m/

  • Co-Founder, CEO, & Managing Director: GET ME IN!

    2003 - 2008

    Acquired by Ticketmaster (IAC) https://www.wsj.com/articles/SB120157608344624355

Ticketmaster is a ticket sales and distribution company that sells tickets for concerts, sports, and events.

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