I grew up in New Jersey which sounds terrible, but I lived right by the Appalachian Trail with great hiking and mountain biking yet still only 40 miles from Manhattan. When I turned 18, I moved to Montana to attend UM and take advantage of all the amazing things that Montana has to offer. I always say: “I wasn’t born in Montana, but I got here as fast as I could”.

Having worked for MFBN previously, I was excited to have the opportunity to return and continue to find ways to help our neighbors in need. I have always been a ‘helper’ and have a deep passion for helping all those who are struggling. I also have personal experience with hunger and poverty and know how hard it can be to navigate.

FUN FACTS! James…

• Avid amateur guitar player and aspiring collector.
• Loves to ski both on downhill and cross-country skis.
• Really enjoys cooking especially Indian food.
• Owns a house in a Montana ghost town.
• Likes history and is known to stop to read roadside historical signs.