With over 20 years’ experience delivering complex, technology enabled transformation throughout Europe, North America and Asia, James has led critical programmes, including one of the largest global Microsoft Dynamics implementations to date. Prior to joining Nine Feet Tall, he held leadership roles at PwC and Toyota, building a reputation for navigating complexity and delivering tangible results. His expertise spans technology transformation, ERP implementation, AI workload design and deployment and Programme Management across the Private sector, supported by a commitment to delivering measurable business impact.

Passionate about building high performing teams, James leads the Nine Feet Tall Portfolio and Programme Management community of practice, developing the breadth and depth of expertise. Outside of work, he enjoys playing golf and the endless pursuit of the perfect round.

James Howarth

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