James serves as Director of Healthcare Research Services at Vista Research. He is responsible for the management and development of Vista Research's healthcare practice, including industry analysis and education. He also oversees recruitment and membership of the Society of Industry Leaders for the healthcare industry. Prior to his tenure at Vista Research, James worked at The Advisory Board Company in Washington, D.C., where he served a Dedicated Advisor to the nation's leading hospital executives. He was responsible for advising board members and executives of large hospital systems on clinical technology investments, and the development of customized investment research reports. James managed a team focused on research in diagnostic imaging, surgical robotics, radiation oncology, orthopedic implants, and cardiac and vascular devices. Previously, James was a Management Consultant with KPMG Consulting in the Life Sciences practice in New York, NY. While at KPMG, he consulted to the top four pharmaceutical corporations, focusing on strategic initiatives such as mergers and business unit consolidation. James holds B.A. at the University of Melbourne.