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Meet James

Principal Executive Advisor

Principal Executive Advisor

Meet James

Hello, and welcome. I am happy that you visited our site. My goal is to enable you to achieve success and reach your highest potential. I am an innovator and continual learner, always looking to improve myself.  A key element of the success that I've had is by actively listening and being both patient and curious. I believe in creating safe spaces where you can ask questions, provide feedback, and discuss what's challenging - allowing us to work together to find real solutions.

Hello, and welcome. I am happy that you visited our site. My goal is to enable you to achieve success and reach your highest potential. I am an innovator and continual learner, always looking to improve myself.  A key element of the success that I've had is by actively listening and being both patient and curious. I believe in creating safe spaces where you can ask questions, provide feedback, and discuss what's challenging - allowing us to work together to find real solutions.

A long history of success within business and enterprise technology.

James brings over 25 years of experience in technology, operations, and product strategy and design — grounded in a deep belief in people and innovation. Throughout his career, he has held leadership roles across design, engineering, client experience, and operations, consistently helping individuals and teams reach their highest potential. With a track record of building high-performing teams and delivering impactful digital solutions, James has worked across industries including food service, manufacturing, finance, logistics, health services, and social engagement platforms.
 

His portfolio includes collaborations with brands such as BMW, Rolls-Royce, MINI, Chick-fil-A, Bank of America, GE, and Warner Brothers Discovery. An Air Force veteran, James combines the discipline of service with the adaptability of a lifelong learner. He stays on the cutting edge of emerging technology while maintaining a human-centered approach to leadership and problem solving. As the Founder of Blue Forge Digital, James champions diverse and inclusive teams, believing that the creativity we bring from our unique experiences is one of the most valuable assets in business and life.

A long history of success within business and enterprise technology.

James brings over 25 years of experience in technology, operations, and product strategy and design — grounded in a deep belief in people and innovation. Throughout his career, he has held leadership roles across design, engineering, client experience, and operations, consistently helping individuals and teams reach their highest potential. With a track record of building high-performing teams and delivering impactful digital solutions, James has worked across industries including food service, manufacturing, finance, logistics, health services, and social engagement platforms.
 

His portfolio includes collaborations with brands such as BMW, Rolls-Royce, MINI, Chick-fil-A, Bank of America, GE, and Warner Brothers Discovery. An Air Force veteran, James combines the discipline of service with the adaptability of a lifelong learner. He stays on the cutting edge of emerging technology while maintaining a human-centered approach to leadership and problem solving. As the Founder of Blue Forge Digital, James champions diverse and inclusive teams, believing that the creativity we bring from our unique experiences is one of the most valuable assets in business and life.

By The Numbers

15 Complex System Integrations

24 Apps Created & Published (Enterprise & Public)

3 Enterprise Business Transformations

3 Professional Practices Launched

>25% Organic Growth Year Over Year 

>30% Avg. Cost Saving Per Lean Project

>110 People - Largest Managed Organization

8 Start-ups Supported From Pre-Revenue to Series A

3 Successful Mergers / Acquisitions Completed

My Approach

I take the time to get to know the people and the challenges, building trust while understanding the nuance to your organization and environment. I follow Agile principles and focus on getting early traction while continuing to learn, implement and improve in small scalable increments. I can draw from various tools such as EOS, Lean Six Sigma, ITIL, Agile, and Design Thinking, while integrating the processes unique to your team and organization.

My goal is to help you quickly gain confidence while delivering measurable results early on. 

Services Expertise

Agile Coaching & Transformation

Business Transformation with Technology

Client Experience Practice Development

New Manager & Leadership Coaching

Organizational Design & Change Management
Project Rescue & Realignment

Start-up Founders Advising

Workshop Facilitation for Team Development 

Strengths

Clifton Strengths Top 10

Achiever

Strategic

Analytical

Learner

Individualization

Relator

Futuristic

Intellection

Connectedness

Developer

Theme: Strategic Thinking & Relationship Building

My Approach

I take the time to get to know the people and the challenges, building trust while understanding the nuance to your organization and environment. I follow Agile principles and focus on getting early traction while continuing to learn, implement and improve in small scalable increments. I can draw from various tools such as EOS, Lean Six Sigma, ITIL, Agile, and Design Thinking, while integrating the processes unique to your team and organization.

My goal is to help you quickly gain confidence while delivering measurable results early on. 

By The Numbers

15 Complex System Integrations

24 Apps Created & Published (Enterprise & Public)

3 Enterprise Business Transformations

3 Professional Practices Launched

>25% Organic Growth Year Over Year 

>30% Avg. Cost Saving Per Lean Project

>110 People - Largest Managed Organization

8 Start-ups Supported From Pre-Revenue to Series A

3 Successful Mergers / Acquisitions Completed

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What People are Saying

Mary E.,

Stable Kernel, CSO

"James is highly analytical and detail-oriented, making him a steady hand on complex projects with many moving parts and tight deadlines. He consistently brought innovative ideas to the table—especially when using emerging technologies like AI to improve workflows and decision-making."

April 11th, 2025

Alex D.,

SUNLOT INC.,  Founder

"As the first-time female founder with an immigrant background taking upon a challenging concept, I faced the challenges which would not be able to master without James. Not only was James' in-depth expertise within digital product management and startup ecosystem extremely valuable to achieve progress within a short period of time, the most prominent quality that James has is his at most integrity."

July 10th, 2025

Corregan B. 

Chick-fil-A, Director of Technology

"James meets his work and his clients with deep care. He applies focused insights and experience to determine the right solution for each customer. More than this, he thinks beyond making sure clients have the resources they need, and is constantly learning, growing, and sharing."

March 17th, 2025

Kennedy S.

Annexus Health, HR Generalist

"One of James' greatest strengths is his ability to empower his direct reports. He fosters an environment where individuals feel both trusted and supported, which allowed our team to take ownership of our projects while always knowing guidance is available when needed."

March 19th, 2025

Stephanie T.

Stable Kernel, Director of CX

"I’ve had the privilege of working alongside James for several years at two different organizations, and without a doubt, he is one of the hardest-working and most dedicated individuals I’ve encountered."

March 12th, 2025

Ben  M., PhD 

Agile Hippo, Founder & President

"As the director of AI, I was consistently impressed by your leadership in client experience. Your ability to blend data analytics with strong client relationships created real magic, and your AI knowledge made our collaborations particularly valuable"

March 10th, 2025

Shalaka P.

Stable Kernel, Principal CX Manager

"James left a meaningful mark on me as my manager during our time together at Stable Kernel. His understanding of how to build consistently superior client experiences and to build a CX team from the ground up was super impressive. "

March 15th, 2025

Ginger B.

Stable Kernel, Director of CX

"When I think of leaders I've worked with over the course of my career, very few have demonstrated the kind of integrity, support of their teams, and commitment to continuous improvement that James does."

March 28th, 2025

Jose G.

Method, Associate Director

"As VP of Client Experience, he demonstrated remarkable leadership and intelligence, consistently staying on top of his responsibilities while keeping client needs at the center of every process."

March 28th, 2025

Ryan C.

Orange Bees,  Revenue Operations

"James is a strategic business architect, executive operator, and transformational leader who seamlessly aligns corporate strategy with technology, execution, and culture-building. In working with James I have seen him deliver measurable impact while earning the trust of stakeholders and inspiring teams."

March 17th, 2025

Emily K.

Stable Kernel,  Client Services Specialist

"What truly sets James apart is his genuine investment in people’s growth. He challenges you to be the best version of yourself in the workplace while always being there to support and guide you. No matter how complex a problem was, he worked with you to find a solution, ensuring you felt empowered rather than overwhelmed."

March 11th, 2025

Erin M.

Stable Kernel,  Product Designer

"James has been the most influential person in my career to date. Whether it's strategizing with clients, optimizing processes, refining project methodologies, or analyzing business needs, I’ve learned so much from him. I am so thankful to have had the opportunity to work with James."

March 11th, 2025

Kerianne  B.

Stable Kernel,  Principal Data Strategist

"James is the kind of leader who doesn’t just talk about getting things done—he will be the first person to take the steps to make those ideas come to life. He played a key role in helping me shape and propose a new practice, being the first data strategist at the company; offering invaluable feedback and guidance along the way."

March 10th, 2025

Maria L.

Stable Kernel,  Principal Designer

"James is fun to brainstorm with, and brings big ideas down to documented requirements to help the team move forward. His technical expertise merges with his client care and respect for design to form a leader who understands the full breadth of how to take a project from a mere idea to a functional product."

March 18th, 2025

Services Expertise

Agile Coaching & Transformation

Business Transformation with Technology

Client Experience Practice Development

New Manager & Leadership Coaching

Organizational Design & Change Management
Project Rescue & Realignment

Start-up Founders Advising

Workshop Facilitation for Team Development 

Strengths

Clifton Strengths Top 10

Achiever

Strategic

Analytical

Learner

Individualization

Relator

Futuristic

Intellection

Connectedness

Developer

Theme: Strategic Thinking & Relationship Building

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