James is a nationally recognized entrepreneur, community builder, and music lover who continues to pour into his native home of Richmond, VA through creativity and service. James has started several successful ventures in the Richmond area like The Spot—a multipurpose creative studio and event space in downtown, The Diamond Flea Market—a large scale marketplace for small businesses along the east coast & Secret Supper Society—a pop up dinner club that creates unique testing experiences with rotating chefs and venues. He uses his strategic mind to consult with agencies and organizations on marketing and business projects. James holds a BA in communications from VSU and is currently pursuing his MBA at VCU.

James has always been a lover of music, new and old. Participating in marching, concert and jazz band throughout the years in school, he found that music was a passion that would stick with him forever. He now uses his creative skills along with musical passion to create unique, culture moving productions and events. James created the Celebration of Black Music in Film with the hope that the project will inspire and affirm that black art, particularly music and film is worthy of celebration and acclaim.