James E. Carpp, CISA, CRISC, CIRM, CISM

Current Role

James oversees the digital transformation strategic initiative. He works with a team to define, develop and manage a diverse digital project portfolio. He is responsible for coordinating and managing comprehensive changes that address everything from updating  existing business models to building out entirely new service lines.

Service Areas

• Technology risk management and cybersecurity
• Digital transformation
• Technology consulting
• Strategic plan development
• Business management consulting

Experience

James joined Rehmann in 1999, establishing and acting as the director of consulting. James has also served as the Chief Information Officer, Chief Digital Officer and Vice Chairman of the Board of Directors. He has nearly four decades of experience developing strategic plans and innovative solutions. Previous clients range from Fortune 500 companies to entrepreneurial start-ups in numerous industries, including high technology, financial institutions, service providers and traditional manufacturing.

James graduated from the Oracle Application Sales Consultant Workshop and Oracle Manufacturing Applications Program in San Francisco, California, as well as received course development in both the EDS Manufacturing Professional Development Program and EDS Systems Engineering Program.

A Closer Look

• James is a frequent podcaster, webinar host and featured speaker.
• For 10 years, James was a Dale Carnegie instructor, leading personal and professional development courses throughout Michigan. He received the Distinguished Toastmaster award from Toastmasters International.
• James has mentored youth in his community by serving as a baseball, football and basketball coach, as well as a Cub Scout master and troop committee chairman.