James W.

James W. is an experienced finance professional currently serving as the Corporate Finance Manager for the USA region at Asia Pulp & Paper since January 2016. With a strong background in financial planning and analysis, James maintains and manages external banking relationships while also functioning as an Independent Financial Advisor at Transpacific Financial Inc. since 2008, providing personal financial, retirement, tax, and estate planning services. Previously, James held roles including Financial Advisor in Wealth Management at Cathay Bank and Vice President of Corporate Commercial Lending, overseeing a substantial portfolio of commercial loans. James's extensive experience in corporate banking includes positions at Far East National Bank, Mizuho, and Union Bank. James holds a Certificate in Personal Financial Planning from UCLA, along with a Bachelor's degree in Business Economics, Accounting, and Computing. Additional education includes programs from Bankers Compliance Group and The Risk Management Association, as well as a study abroad experience in Japanese language and culture at Hokkaido University.