James Howard is a president and CEO with an MBA from Northeastern University and a BS from Boston College. He transitioned a specialty contract manufacturer of bar soap into a global skin care products manufacturer approved by the FDA, developing patents and licensing agreements. As a formulary leader, he compounded client-driven products and created an intellectual property renewal revenue model. His areas of successful leadership include technology and product management, career growth, and differentiating business opportunities that create profitability and societal good.