James came to IWU from Monroe County Community College in Monroe, Michigan where he was the director of the physical plant. He earned his B.S. degree in chemical engineering and is a Certified Plant Engineer. He spent eleven years in Washington DC managing various commercial and industrial facilities. James and his wife Missy have four daughters and one son. He enjoys running,reading, gardening, hiking and playing board games with his family. He is a member of MENSA, the American Society of Heating, Refrigeration and Air-condition Engineers, and the Association of Facilities Engineers.

Started in August of 2004. married to Bill for over 30 years, blessed with  4 children, 10 grandchildren, 8 great grandchildren. Enjoy baking and sending out to the family and extended family goodie boxes, Basketball, Boating and Cheering on the Green Bay Packers.