James Rhee, Angel Investor

James Rhee is a high school teacher and Harvard Law graduate who became a private equity investor, unexpectedly acclaimed CEO, and a voice of global leadership. He bridges math with emotions by marrying capital with purpose. His transformational leadership has been recognized by the leading business and civic organizations. His book, entitled red helicopter―a parable for our times: lead change with kindness (plus a little math), published in April 2024 by Harper One, an imprint that seeks multi-platform ideas that “transform, inspire, change lives, and influence cultural discussions,” debuted as the #1 non-fiction book across all channels and media per USA Today. He is working on related film, music, and television projects. His TED Talk and Dare to Lead interview with Brené Brown have captured the imagination of millions. His media-education platform of the same name, is an operating system—a way—, that creates, measures, and amplifies a sustainable balance of life, money, and joy in the life of business and the business of life. Its systematic impact has been informed by, successfully applied to, and further refined by decades of investing, leading, and teaching at the highest levels in a myriad of environments.