James Dillard

James Dillard is a seasoned product leader with extensive experience in launching and scaling innovative products. Currently serving as Co-founder, Head of Product and Sales at Macro Oceans since October 2020, James is focused on sustainable, low carbon products made from seaweed. Previously, James held roles as Group Product Manager for the Stripe Apps Ecosystem from October 2021 to June 2023, and as Product Manager at YouTube, where key contributions included overseeing the Creator Studio and YouTube search from January 2019 to September 2021. James’s background also includes significant positions at AdRoll, The Climate Corporation, and Bain & Company, complemented by an Executive Director role at Nourish International. Educated at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill with a B.A. in Economics, James has developed a strong foundation for driving product innovation and sustainability.