James Hughes

James Hughes is an accomplished technology leader with extensive experience in cloud solutions and enterprise architecture. Currently serving as a Research Committee Member in Data & Analytics for the Florida Forward Party, James aids in the mission of supporting candidates through data-driven tools. As Vice President of Solution Architecture at 3Cloud, James provides strategic direction for cloud consulting services. Prior to this, James founded Applied Cloud Systems and held key leadership roles at UPMC, including Senior Director of Enterprise Architecture, where James implemented enterprise architecture programs. With a solid foundation in software engineering and a comprehensive educational background, including an MBA in Information Technology, James has consistently contributed to the advancement of technology solutions across various sectors.