mark james' bio
Vivacious servant-leader with extensive experience in student engagement, achievement,
discovery, and behavioral learning throughout Higher Education and K-12 institutions.
Dr. Mark H. James is a nationally acclaimed trauma-informed educator, speaker, and advocate
with over 30 years of experience empowering marginalized youth and transforming
high-need school systems. A former classroom teacher, administrator, and college football
head coach at Virginia Union University, Dr. James combines lived experience, scholarly
rigor, and dynamic storytelling to inspire change. His signature Embrace · Educate · Empower
framework equips educators with practical tools to create healing-centered classrooms
that foster resilience and community.
CORE COMPETENCIES
Educational Leadership | Strategic Planning | Budgeting & Forecasting | Performance Metrics | Operational Supervision | Program Oversight | Relationship Management | Reporting & Analysis | Resource Planning | Student Engagement
PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE
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Former Urban school Teacher and Administrator
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Former CEO of large non-profit organization
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Former College Head Football Coach
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Educational sustainability consultant
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Educational sales
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Motivational trainer and speaker
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Educational Lobbyist