James Rowland-Jones

James Rowland-Jones is an accomplished product management professional with extensive experience in the technology and consulting sectors. Currently serving as VP of Product at Dremio since April 2024, James previously held the position of Director of Product Management at Confluent from January 2022 to April 2024, where James contributed to the development of a platform for data-in-motion. At Microsoft, James advanced through roles including Group Product Manager and Principal Product Manager from December 2015 to January 2022, focusing on SQL Server and Azure Data services. James founded Big Bang Data, a professional services firm, and served as Advisory Practice Consultant at EMC Consulting, as well as Managing Consultant at Conchango. Early career highlights include roles as Director of Product Development at Cheapflights Ltd and Technical Consultant at Logica. James holds a Bachelor of Laws (LLB) degree in International Business/Trade/Commerce from London Metropolitan University.