Biography
James is an executive leadership coach and a professor of Management at George Brown College. He has a Master of Arts in Leadership and a deep understanding of organizational systems, organizational change management, and personal transformational change in this ever-changing business environment.
James has held numerous senior management positions in corporations as well as been involved in entrepreneurial start ups. He brings both real world and theoretical knowledge to the classroom.
An innovator in cultivating educational environments, James has piloted many projects aimed at increasing student engagement and building engaging environments that foster student learning. He has a thirst for continually improving the student learning experience through the practice of experiential learning and integrating technology to aid in learning.
James has extensive background in leadership coaching for individuals and teams. He has the innate talent of helping leaders/students reach their full potential.
Academic Credentials
Master of Arts in Leadership, Royal Roads University, 2013
Organizational Relationship and System Coaching, The Center for Right Relationship, 2005
Coaching Certification, Coaches Training Institute, 2003
Bachelor of Commerce Degree, McMasters University, 1984
Areas of Specialization
Organizational Behaviour
Leadership
Sales
Marketing
Performance Coaching
Entrepreneurship.
Areas of Expertise
Leadership and Relationship Coaching
Personal Development
Real Estate Investing
Career Highlights
George Brown College, Toronto, Ontario, 2003-Present
Visionary Insights, Toronto, Ontario, 2001-Present
Telus Mobility, Toronto, ON, 1996-2001
Laidlaw Waste Management Systems, Mississauga, Ontario, 1990-1996
Other Activities
Big Brother Volunteer
Coaching students for Ontario Colleges’ Marketing Competition (OCMC)
Founder of Mastermind Group (Education Best Practices)
Advisor to Pura Vida Foundation
Awards
Best Paper Award for the Management Education Division, ASAC Annual Meeting in Montreal, 2017
