Panelist
James Faison, III is the Co-Founder of The Mainframe Inc., a Tampa Bay-based initiative that supports the growth of African-American tech entrepreneurs and innovators throughout Florida. A lifelong lover of all things tech, James’ motivation for The Mainframe came from the realization that Tampa Bay was void of an established ecosystem in the African-American tech community.
In the corporate world, James is a 12-year insurance professional. Working and advising for some of the country’s biggest companies. James has quickly carved out a niche in his entrepreneurial endeavor(s), garnering support on both the East and West coasts. Most notably, his work with The Mainframe has granted him acceptance into the TechConnext x Black Enterprise Fellows Program. To learn more about James Faison and The Mainframe, visit www.themainframeinc.com. JThe St. Pete Catalyst recently interviewed James about his work. Read more of his story here.