James Barrood, Innovation Ecosystem Leader and Advisor

James is among the primary leaders of the east coast's innovation ecosystem. Over the past 20+ years he has helped nurture the region’s entrepreneurial, innovation and technology communities. He has been recognized as a Power 100 List leader and a Top 100 Influencer for the past three years. He recently concluded five years as CEO of the regional trade association (NJ, NY, PA), the NJ Tech Council, which is among the largest and most respected membership organizations of its kind nationwide, representing 1,000+ member companies and more than 500,000 tech professionals. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices