James Sewell is an accomplished IT professional with extensive experience in strategic operational and cybersecurity oversight. Currently serving as Vice President of Information Technology at Watkins Associated Industries since January 2007, James is responsible for all IT operations for the corporate office and US subsidiaries. Prior to this role, James held the position of Director of IT Services at the same company, focusing on daily IT operations across various sectors. Additionally, James is the Owner and IT Consultant of Answers 2 IT, providing services as a Managed Service Provider to small and medium-sized businesses. Earlier career experience includes working as a Network Engineer at SSDS from 1998 to 2000. James also served as a Platoon Sergeant in the US Army from 1990 to 1995. James holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Information Systems from Kennesaw State University.