Instructor biographies

James is a six-year U.S. Army veteran, retired 20-year law enforcement supervisor, public speaker, instructor, suicide prevention and wellness advocate, and current mentor & coach for transitioning veterans, first responders and their family members. James has a passion to support veterans, first responders and their family members! James has a Master of Science degree in Law Enforcement and Public Safety Leadership from the University of San Diego, he is a Resilience Building Leadership Brand Ambassador, Resilience Building Leadership Professional Trainer (RBLP-T), and Certified Project Director.
James also possesses a license to sell life insurance through RED Financial in CA with a broad network of resources to assist you with your life insurance and retirement goals. James is currently working on his Private Investigator’s License and is a certified Trauma Resilience Coach through the Tactical Resilience Academy.  His many years of well-rounded experience will result in more success for you!  James regularly commits his time to philanthropic work and supporting others with some of life’s biggest goals. is also holds the following nonprofit board positions:  - President and Co-Founder of The Veteran Mentor Project Inc. - Secretary of the Board of Directors for NAMI Ventura County - 2nd Vice Chair of the Ventura County Behavioral Health Advisory Board, District 4 (Parvin) - Senior Vice Commander for the Simi Valley Chapter of the Disabled American Veterans (DAV)

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