James Grenon
James Grenon is a Canadian billionaire and the founder of Calgary-based investment firm Tom Capital Management. He gained attention in 2023 after acquiring a significant stake in NZME, the publisher of the NZ Herald and owner of Newstalk ZB. Grenon has also been involved in alternative media ventures in New Zealand, including The Centrist and NZNE, which aim to challenge mainstream media narratives. His financial activities and legal battles with the Canada Revenue Agency have further placed him in the spotlight.
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Recent news mentions
James Grenon is attempting to take over NZME and influence its editorial direction.
NZME boardroom battle: Editorial independence and the serious questions shareholders must consider - Opinion
New Zealand· 2025-04-10
James Grenon is mentioned in relation to a previous associate of Roger Colman.
Media Insider: NZME board battle - Auckland businessman Jim Grenon hits back at shareholder Roger ColmanNew Zealand· 2025-04-08
The broadcaster and publisher had earlier named six nominations associated with major shareholders James Grenon and Osmium Partners who are vying to become board directors at the annual meeting on April 29.
Sharemarket dips as Ryman completes $1 billion capital raise – Market closeNew Zealand· 2025-03-13
James 'Jim' Grenon is a new Canadian billionaire shareholder of NZME who proposed to remove the current board.
NZ stocks make small gain - Market closeNew Zealand· 2025-03-06
Auckland-based Canadian billionaire James Grenon has taken a 9.3% shareholding in NZME.
Bremworth in attempted board coup - Market closeNew Zealand· 2025-03-03
James Grenon is a Canadian billionaire who took a substantial stake in NZME, the publisher of NZ Herald.
Media Insider: Canadian billionaire James Grenon takes substantial stake in NZ Herald publisher and Newstalk ZB owner NZMENew Zealand· 2025-03-02
