Steve James is a seasoned marketing professional with extensive experience in leadership roles across prominent organizations. Currently serving as the Global Head of Marketing and Communications at BNY and an Advisory Board Member for CMO and CXO forums at Consero, Steve previously held the position of Chief Marketing Officer at Fannie Mae from 2016 to 2024, where responsibilities included building a centralized marketing function and driving brand strategy. Prior to Fannie Mae, Steve was the Senior Vice President of Marketing at TIAA, overseeing global advertising and consumer business marketing initiatives. Steve's earlier career includes significant roles at Capital One and Toyota, culminating in an MBA from Indiana University Bloomington and a B.S. in Marketing from Virginia Tech.