James graduated from Art Center College of Design in 2009 with a Bachelor of Science in Industrial Design. His career has spanned corporate studios and independent consulting across a range of disciplines, from transportation and soft goods to aerospace and consumer electronics, in California, Michigan, and Florida. After relocating to Tampa Bay in 2015, he joined the inaugural team at the LEGO Design Studio in Lake Wales and helped establish design and prototyping curricula for the Mechanical Engineering Department at Florida Polytechnic University. He joined BH in 2018 and currently serves as Lead Industrial Designer.

Building on a foundation in traditional concept design and prototype fabrication, James champions emerging 3D technologies, including rapid and virtual prototyping and VR immersion, to accelerate design cycles and communicate ideas globally. An enthusiastic innovator, he is committed to creating and delivering compelling solutions and products, working with passion and precision to ensure functionality, form, and thoughtful UX are achieved throughout the design process.