James began his work in the public sector as a Field Director for the U.S. Chamber of Commerce in the Middle Tennessee region in which he coordinated a canvassing team in several business districts. Since then, James has amplified his experience in the public sector serving as the Field Director for Lt. Gov. Ramsey and a Legislative Liaison for the Tennessee Department of Military. He also worked as the Chief Advisor to House Majority Leader, Rep. William Lamberth in which he collaborated with various executive branch employees ranging from commissioners to legislative liaisons for purposes of shepherding legislation through the legislature and successfully fostered and maintained relationships with members of the Tennessee General Assembly, media, and government relations professionals.

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• Served as the state representative in coordination with federal efforts organized by the United States Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) and Administration for Community Living (ACL)
• Lead the Alzheimer’s Disease & Related Dementia Advisory Council – Member of the Pallative Care Taskforce tied to TCAD administratively; served as a member of the Healthcare Facilities Commission