James A.R. McFarlane is an experienced executive with a diverse background in marine technology and operations. Currently serving as an Executive Board Member at TMA BlueTech™ and as Executive Vice President at Strategic Robotic Systems, McFarlane has held significant leadership roles in various organizations. Previous positions include Director of Operations at Berger, Consultant at McFarlane Marine Services, and Executive Vice President at International Submarine Engineering. McFarlane also served as Head of the Office of Resources and Environmental Monitoring at the International Seabed Authority and held the title of Vice President at Sound Ocean Systems, Inc. With a career that began at the Monterey Bay Aquarium Research Institute as Director, Manager, and Pilot, McFarlane has established a strong reputation in the field.