Michelle James is a highly accomplished marketing executive with extensive experience in building brand visibility, increasing revenue, and developing effective solutions for complex issues. She possesses a master's degree in Science from New York University and a Bachelor of Arts from Western Kentucky University, in addition to an Executive Management Certificate from Harvard Business School.

James has held a variety of senior-level positions in well-known companies, including Instagram, Fuse Media Inc., Viacom, Time Inc., and Scholastic. As Director of Culture & Community Marketing at Instagram, she has proven her expertise in strategic planning, brand positioning, media optimization, research and data implementation, consumer marketing, and podcasting, among other areas.

Throughout her career, James has demonstrated a keen ability to cultivate exceptional stakeholder relationships while proactively working with cross-functional teams to identify impactful and actionable solutions. She has also been sought after for her leadership skills, providing exceptional service, resources, and methods that meet ever-changing objectives.

James was also the creator, producer, and co-host of Cocktails & Cancer Podcast, showcasing her interest in live events and digital/social media marketing. She is a highly respected and influential marketing executive with a wealth of expertise and experience that is sure to benefit any company she works with.