Bob James

Since 2015 Mr. James has served as President of Robert E. James Advisors, LLC. In this capacity he works with CEOs and other executives of public and private companies to improve their leadership skills and company performance. Prior to this, he had over 42 years of experience in the banking industry. From 2012 to 2015, he worked for Grant Thornton, LLP as Senior Advisor in their banking and securities industry practice. Prior to 2012 he worked for Fifth Third Bank, North Carolina [President and CEO 2008-1012]; First Charter Corporation [President and CEO 2004-2008], Chief Banking Officer [1999-2004]; and Centura Banks, Inc. [1974-1999].