

James Larsen
CEO | e-Zinc
James has two decades of business leadership experience spanning cleantech and startups, strategy, operations, finance, productization, and engineering. Currently, James is CEO of e-Zinc, an energy storage company with a proprietary long-duration technology that can economically enable 100% renewable energy solutions. James holds a BSc in Mechanical Engineering from Queen’s University and an MBA from the Ivey Business School at Western University.
CIX Startup Awards Pitch Showcase: Growth Category
This category recognizes startups that have moved beyond early traction and are scaling rapidly. These companies are driving significant market impact, demonstrating strong revenue growth, and proving their ability to compete at the highest levels. The winners in this category are poised to become the next major success stories in the Canadian innovation ecosystem.