Michelle James is an experienced marketing professional with a versatile background in consumer marketing, brand strategy, sales development, and brand research. Her expertise includes strategic planning, media optimization, data implementation, consumer marketing, podcasting, digital/social media marketing, and live events.

With a Master of Science from New York University and executive management certification from Harvard Business School, James has held key leadership positions in numerous organizations. She served as Director of Culture & Community Marketing at Instagram, Vice President of Consumer Marketing at Fuse Media Inc., Vice President of 360 Consumer Marketing and Brand Strategy at BET Networks, and Brand Research Director at Time Inc. Corporate Research and Insights.

James has also been a Creator, Producer, and Co-Host of the Cocktails & Cancer Podcast, Senior Marketing and Research Manager at Scholastic Marketing Partners, and Marketing Manager at Harper's BAZAAR Magazine. She has worked at various other media and entertainment companies, including ESSENCE Communications Inc., Vanguarde Media, and BET Networks.

As a seasoned business leader, James is committed to building brand visibility and increasing revenue, leveraging her business acumen to generate solutions for complex issues. She is a strategic thinker and cultivates exceptional stakeholder relationships, meeting their needs and expectations at every step.