James is a high school teacher and Harvard Law graduate who became a private equity investor and an unexpectedly acclaimed CEO. He bridges math with emotions by marrying capital with purpose. His transformational leadership has been recognized by leading business and civic organizations. His upcoming book, entitled red helicopter – a parable for our times: lead change with kindness (plus a little math), will be published in April 2024 in partnership with Harper One, an imprint of HarperCollins that seeks multi-platform ideas that “transform, inspire, change lives, and influence cultural decisions.” He is working on related film, music, and television projects. His TED Talk and Dare to Lead interview with Brené Brown have captured the imagination of millions.