James Christian is a seasoned CEO, board governance expert, and private equity specialist with a proven track record of leading teams and organizations through complex business and regulatory environments across multiple industries. With extensive international experience in Consumer Products, Healthcare-Cannabis, Media, Technology, Telecommunications, Banking, and Higher Education, James is a trusted advisor, mentor, and partner who is passionate about helping organizations overcome challenges and thrive. He holds a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) degree in French Language and Literature from Williams College, as well as a degree from Hampden-Sydney College and attended De la Salle High School, New Orleans.

James has held various executive roles throughout his career, including Senior Advisor at GLC, Innovator-In-Residence at The Lepage Center for Entrepreneurship and Innovation at Tulane University - A.B. Freeman School of Business, Managing Member at Benolivia, LLC, Chief Executive Officer at EVOLAB, Board of Directors and Chairman of the Finance Committee at RMCAD, Managing Director at Anschutz, Vice President at Paribas, Associate / Vice President at Dillon, Read & Co., and Assistant Vice President at Bankers Trust Company.

In addition to his impressive career achievements, James is also a Myers-Briggs personality type ENFP, reflecting his natural qualities as an outgoing and creative person who enjoys tackling challenges and working with others.