James is a consultant, thought leader, and facilitator in diversity, equity, & inclusion, leadership training, strategic planning, team development, conflict resolution and mediation. His background includes­ extensive work with audiences ranging from elementary & middle school to high school and college, adult staff, administrators, and executive leadership, dealing with the challenges presented by race/ethnicity, generational differences, sexual orientation, gender, and religion & spirituality.

With an extensive background in a broad range of Fortune 100 companies, tech companies, banking institutions, various levels of academia, and nonprofit organizations, James brings to his training and facilitation a keen understanding of the need for diversity, inclusion, and conflict resolution skills in all sectors, as well as the positive impact of effective leadership, and the need for strategy as individuals and organizations serve their communities. Through both experiential exercises and open forum discussions, he brings to the surface important issues of multi-cultural awareness. His open and often humorous style of communication energizes and challenges participants as he fosters the “unlearning” of foundational concepts upon which many of society’s problematic interactions are based. James’ effectiveness has given him opportunities to work with organizations in South America, Asia Pacific, UK, and throughout the United States.

James holds a B.S. from SUNY College at New Paltz and two master’s degrees (M.Div. and an M.A.) from Regent University – Virginia Beach, VA. While maintaining his consultancy, James works in Learning & Development as a DEI Learning Architect for a major social media company.

Co-hosted by: School of Education, Black Lives Matter @ School, People of Color Network

For questions about this event, please contact Prof. Paula Perez (Educational Studies & Leadership) (perezp@newpaltz.edu)