James Howell

James Howell is an experienced professional with a strong background in managed services, technology solutions, and project management. Currently serving as Managed Services Lead at Brighthouse Financial since March 2021, James has previously held positions such as Solution Owner at Slalom Build, Business Analyst at Bank of America, and Solutions Manager at Kroger Technology. James's career includes significant roles at tiag® and Mindtree, where responsibilities encompassed overseeing digital properties, managing cross-cultural teams, and implementing lean and agile methodologies. Earlier experiences include quality assurance roles at Systems In Motion and planning support at the Charter Township of Ypsilanti. James holds a Master's degree in City/Urban, Community and Regional Planning from Eastern Michigan University and a Bachelor of Arts in Graphic Design and Computer Science from Hampton University.