Lived experience and research-driven insight, on stage and inside organizations.
Whether on stage, in the pulpit, at a town hall, or in a strategy session, my work is grounded in service and real-world impact.
Signature topics
Building Safer Communities
From local violence prevention to housing, workforce, and real public safety.
Mental Health & Community Healing
Breaking stigma, building awareness, connecting people to hope.
Youth Justice & System Reform
Shifting narratives. Building pathways. Keeping young people out of harm’s way.
Faith, Leadership & Family
Values that anchor strong people and stronger communities.
Public Service & Civic Engagement
Local leadership, participation, and the work of self-government.
Formats
- Keynote
- Workshop / Training
- Panel / Moderator
- Sermon / Faith gathering
- Classroom / Lecture
- Town hall
- In person or virtual
- U.S. & international
Where James has presented
- Citizens’ Climate LobbyNational, Mid-Atlantic regional, and state conferences on climate policy and civic engagement
- Coalition for Juvenile JusticeNational conferences and leadership forums on prevention, diversion, and systems reform
- UniversitiesGuest lectures on leadership, public administration, nonprofit leadership, and public policy
- International forumsUnited Nations stakeholder processes and World Bank and IMF-related engagements
Hollywood Enterprise & Associates
Through my consulting firm, I advise nonprofits, government agencies, educational institutions, and community-based organizations on strategy, leadership, and systems improvement.
Strategy & Planning
Strategic planning sessions, organizational assessments, governance, and growth plans.
Leadership Development
Leadership retreats, training, coaching, and capacity building for executives, managers, staff, and community leaders.
Implementation & Measurement
Program development, implementation strategies, performance measures, and partnership frameworks.
Policy & Systems
Policy analysis and systems improvement in juvenile justice, child welfare, behavioral health, education, and workforce.
Stakeholder Engagement
Facilitating meetings, convenings, and community engagement across agencies, advocates, youth, and families.
Workforce Strategy
Workforce development and career-pathway strategy for organizations serving youth and adults.
The systems I work across.
Education & Youth
- Early Childhood
- K–12 Education
- Higher Education
- Youth Development
- Child Welfare
Health & Well-Being
- Public Health
- Mental Health
- Behavioral Health
Safety & Justice
- Juvenile Justice
- Public Safety
- Housing
Policy & Economy
- Public Policy
- Workforce Development
- Climate & Environmental Justice
Before you reach out
How far in advance should we reach out?
Four to eight weeks is ideal for speaking and consulting engagements. Shorter timelines are sometimes possible, so reach out even if your need is soon.
Does James travel, and what are the fees?
Yes. James is based in Maryland and available for in-person and virtual engagements nationally and internationally. Fees vary by format and scope, with accommodations for nonprofit and community organizations.
What should we include in a request?
Your organization, audience, date, format, location, and what you hope people will leave with. The booking form asks for each of these.