James Robinson

James Robinson is a seasoned communications expert with extensive experience in corporate communications and brand management. Currently serving as Senior Director and Head of Communications and Brand at Marqeta since November 2018, James has built a high-performing global communications team and recently led the relaunch of the company's brand in October 2023. Prior roles include Senior Director and Director of Corporate Communications at Sharethrough, where James contributed to promoting industry partnerships and better ad experiences, and Public Relations Manager at Credit Karma, focusing on enhancing the brand's perception in financial health advocacy. James's career also includes journalism positions at PandoDaily and Salient Magazine, as well as media analysis and consulting roles, underpinned by a Master of Science in Journalism from Boston University and a Bachelor of Arts in Media Studies and Political Science from Victoria University of Wellington.