James has more than 35 years in the Military and Private Security sector. His extensive military background includes:
- U.S. Army Special Forces 1988-2004
- Team Sergeant of Humvee Mobility Team (18B)
- Military Free Fall (HALO) Jumpmaster
- Operations and Intelligence, Weapons, Demolitions, Communication, Survival, and Advanced First Aid.
- Special Operations Target Interdiction Course
- Special Forces Advanced Urban Combat Course (Close Quarters Battle)
- Special Forces Operations and Intelligence Course
- S.E.R.E. Level I (High Risk)
- Mid-South Defensive Shooting School
After Retiring from the Military, James has continued working as a Security Consultant and Personal Protection Specialist. Additionally, James has completed the following training:
- Executive Protection Institute
- Executive Protection Protectors Pistol Course
- Vehicle Dynamics Institute Driving Course
- Pat McNamara TAPS course
- A.L.I.C.E and R.A.I.D.E.R Instructor
James is also a Commissioned Security Officer in the State of Arkansas, and a State of Arkansas Enhanced Concealed Carry Instructor (ECHCL).
- NRA Range Safety Officer
- NRA Pistol Instructor
- NRA Rifle Instructor
- NRA Shotgun Instructor