James Graham is a seasoned professional in stakeholder and Indigenous relations, currently serving as a Senior Advisor at TransAlta since May 2023. Graham has extensive experience in the heritage resources sector, having led Graham Environment Ltd. from August 2018 to June 2023, focusing on archaeological technical services and Indigenous engagement across Canada. In previous roles, Graham has held positions such as President of Apeiron Environment Ltd., where the emphasis was on creating opportunities for Indigenous communities, and as a Senior Archaeologist and Business Developer with Circle CRM Group, specializing in Historical Resources Impact Assessments. Additional roles include Group Lead at AECOM, Operations Manager at CRE-Stantec, and various positions at Stantec Consulting Ltd., contributing to Indigenous partnerships and environmental planning. Academically, Graham holds a Master’s degree in Natural Resources Management from the University of Manitoba, a Project Management Extension Certificate from Mount Royal University, and a Bachelor of Science in Archaeology from Lakehead University.