Catherine James

Catherine James is a seasoned professional in trade compliance and export management, currently serving as a Customs Compliance Specialist - Repair Solutions at GKN Aerospace since July 2025. Prior to this role, Catherine held positions as a Senior Compliance Specialist at Taylor Guitars, and a Staff Import/Export Analyst at Illumnia, where responsibilities focused on trade compliance projects. At Cymer, Inc., as a Senior Analyst in Global Trade Solutions, Catherine ensured regulatory compliance and implemented training for Restricted Party Screening software. Catherine's experience also includes leading export compliance at Solar Turbines and supervising export operations at Sony Electronics. Catherine began a career in international logistics at Air-Sea Forwarders, progressing from front desk duties to Export Manager. Educationally, Catherine completed a Certificate Program in International Business, Trade, and Tax Law at Dunlop Stone University.