James Wilkinson

James Wilkinson is a Co-Founder and Director of The EduTec Alliance, an organization dedicated to helping schools implement and use educational technology effectively.12

Professional Background

James brings over 30 years of international management consulting experience to his role at The EduTec Alliance.1 His career has been focused on IT Solutions Integration, where he has led major initiatives across various sectors with industry giants like Accenture and Ernst & Young.1

In 2002, James founded The PCA Group, a company that revolutionized predictive customer analytics for marketing and business intelligence.1 This venture showcased his innovative approach to data-driven strategies.

Education and Expertise

James holds a degree in Electrical and Electronic Engineering from University College London, with a specialization in quantum optics.1 This technical background, combined with his extensive experience in management consulting, makes him a valuable asset in bridging the gap between technology and education.

Role in Education

After relocating to Brazil in 2010, James became involved in the education sector. He joined the board of St. Paul's School in São Paulo, taking on special responsibility for their information technology initiatives.1 Additionally, he is the founding Chairman of The St. Paul's Foundation, which offers scholarships to exceptional students across Brazil.1

The EduTec Alliance

James co-founded The EduTec Alliance with Glaucia Rosas, leveraging his extensive experience in corporate project management to benefit educational institutions.12 The organization aims to help schools implement effective educational technology strategies, sharing experiences and knowledge to prevent common mistakes in technology integration.1

James's approach at The EduTec Alliance involves adapting corporate project management methodologies for the unique needs of schools. This includes the development of the 'Box Model', a project methodology designed to achieve rapid success in educational technology implementation.2

In his own words, James sees The EduTec Alliance as a way to "do a bit of good in the world" by making his experience and methods available to schools, which he believes need these resources just as much as large corporations.1