James Bakuli

James Bakuli, Ph.D., currently serves as the Manager of Model Validation at Sallie Mae, where responsibilities include performing baseline and periodic revalidation of models and reviewing ongoing performance monitoring results. Previously, James Bakuli worked as a Senior Analyst and Assistant Vice President at Citi, focusing on qualitative and quantitative model assessments. Academic experience includes adjunct instructor positions at Cumberland University and Columbus State Community College, along with a graduate research and teaching assistant role at Middle Tennessee State University. Early career roles include credit analysis at GCB Bank Limited and customer service at JPMorgan Chase Bank. James Bakuli holds a Ph.D. in Economics from Middle Tennessee State University, a Master’s degree in Economics from Central Michigan University, and a Bachelor's degree in Economics from the University of Ghana.