About the Master Presenter
Vanessa James
Known for her infectious personality and insatiable energy, media maven Vanessa James uses her multi-platform career to inspire others everyday. A native of Miami with Trinidadian roots, Vanessa is a graduate of The Florida State University with a degree in Mass Media Studies and Spanish. For over twelve years, she kept the sunshine state on the pulse of all things music, entertainment and community in multiple markets with her popular radio shows. Radio is the backbone of Vanessa’s career in media and she utilized those versatile skill sets to propel her into the world of entrepreneurship in 2008 when she launched Vanessa James Media, LLC, born out of necessity as a way to be compensated for freelance hosting and voiceover work. Her impactful vocal presence prompted New York’s Atlas Agency to sign her for representation in 2011 and James now serves as the voice of over forty radio and television stations nationally as well as several notable brands. James has lent her voice talents to world renowned companies including: Macy’s, Starbucks, Microsoft, RCA Records, Monster Products, Apple, and most recently ESPN, JetBlue, Zumba and Palace Resorts, to which she has voiced several of their ongoing campaigns. Vanessa continues to be celebrated as one Miami’s premier bi-lingual, female multi-media personalities providing services as an experienced content creator, entertainment correspondent, content creator and brand ambassador. One thing you can always count on is Vanessa’s magnetic energy and spirit to come through every project she touches. With a true connection to her followers, fans and clients, the media maven is just getting started creating impact across platforms.