James Kendall

Background

About James Kendall

Dynamic, entrepreneurial leader with a proven track record as a senior analyst and program manager. Foreign Affairs Specialist at the Federal Aviation Administration, managing bilateral civil aviation agreements with international partners. Former Fellow and Executive Director at Sasakawa Peace Foundation USA, working for CEO Adm Dennis Blair, former Commander of Pacific Command and Director of National Intelligence. Exceptional experience in providing commentary, advice, and support at the CEO-level and adept at developing and maintaining a robust network of influential contacts in the U.S. and Japan. A former Marine Corps Japan Foreign Area Officer and recognized subject matter expert in the political, military, and cultural affairs of East Asia. Distinguished Graduate of the Japan National Institute for Defense Studies, Tokyo, whose classmates now hold senior positions in the Japanese defense establishment, industry and the media. Two-tour Pentagon veteran and State Department military advisor under Kurt Campbell. Defended controversial programs and policies while fighting the "Battle of the Beltway" and understands how Washington, Tokyo and Canberra work intimately. Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills. Fluently speak, read, and write Japanese. Certified Project Management Professional (PMP), DISAM Security Cooperation Management/FMS-qualified, and DoD Top Secret SCI security clearance-eligible.