About Us

Founded by noted venture capital executive Jim Byrd, Stirling Bridge is at the forefront of the next great wave of business and entrepreneurship. 

We provide the access to capital and expertise that growing companies need to grow, as well as strategic resources for companies in the areas of going public transactions, sale, merger and acquisition. We are a valuable resource for:

• Acquisition and growth capital
• Corporate finance
• Corporate advisory services
• Strategic and exit planning
• M&A
• Going public transactions

Jim Byrd is a veteran corporate attorney and venture capital executive who brings a unique blend of both legal and entrepreneurial skills to his role as CEO. Jim has served as lead investor, attorney, strategic adviser, venture capital partner and corporate executive to numerous private and public companies in his distinguished 30 year career. Jim began his career as an attorney at Baker & Hostetler prior to founding his own law firm in 1987, which he grew into a highly successful full service commercial firm. As a trial lawyer, Jim has extensive experience trying cases in both State and Federal Courts, and has argued cases in front of The Florida Supreme Court and the U.S. Court of Appeals.

A lifelong business builder, Jim has owned and managed a successful private equity and venture capital firm, working with growing companies in the technology, media, manufacturing, distribution, automotive, oil and gas, real estate, and health and wellness industries. He has served, at times, as Chairman, CEO and Director of numerous private and public companies, including Vice Chairman of Success Magazine, N.Y. (1998-2000).