James was featured in Inc’s 2019 “30 under 30” list, and he has been interviewed by NPR for his views on the recycling industry and China’s ban on recycled materials from the US. Prior to launching TemperPack, James worked on the advanced materials analysis team at Boeing Defense, Space & Security, where he evaluated materials for use in product applications. James studied at McGill University in Montreal and holds a Bachelors of Engineering in Materials Engineering. When not thinking about business, James enjoys composing music and exploring Richmond’s beer scene.