James Ellington

James Ellington began their work experience as a Freelance Graphic Designer at My Foodservice News Magazine in 2009. James then went on to work as a Public Relations Intern at The Oxford Society from 2009 to 2010. In 2010, they joined Weber Shandwick as an Intern and later progressed to roles as AAE, Account Executive, Senior AE, and Account Supervisor. During their time at Weber Shandwick, they worked with clients such as the National Pork Board, Birds Eye Foods, and Absolut, helping to plan, execute, measure, and report on media and consumer programs. James also contributed to new business pitches resulting in client growth. In 2013, they became an Account Director and later a Vice President until their departure in 2019. In 2010, they started their current role as SVP, Business Development Head at MSL (Global).

James Ellington attended Miami University from 2006 to 2010, where they obtained a Bachelor's Degree in Strategic Communication.