Robert James

Robert James is a seasoned executive with extensive experience in innovation consulting and technology development within the transportation sector. As the Founder and Executive Innovation Consultant at RJ Innovation Inc., Robert has worked with transportation agencies, Fortune 500 companies, and startups, overseeing full P&L responsibilities and driving business development. In the role of Chief Innovation Officer at Cachengo, Robert leads the design of advanced decentralized and edge AI technologies. Previous roles include advising and coordinating public-private partnerships for connected automated vehicles at Parkway Autonomous and securing significant grants for innovative projects at NJ TRANSIT. Robert's expertise spans across Intelligent Transportation Systems, Smart Cities, and emerging mobility technologies, backed by a Master’s and Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Electronics, and Communications Engineering from reputable institutions.