James Mowery, CFE has over 19 years of franchising experience as a franchisor, franchisee, and supplier. James has been a Certified Franchise Executive since 2007 and specializes guiding startups, businesses looking to expand and “turn around” initiatives within the franchise industry.
He possesses an extensive technology background along with years of project management experience. Since 2010, James has been a certified Project Management Professional through the Project Management Institute and also obtained a Master’s in Business Administration with a concentration in Computer Information Systems. He has worked in a variety of industries such as the service industry, small to medium business consulting, medical and health, manufacturing, and Department of Defense. James enjoys combining his experience and skills in guiding others to achieve their business goals.
Before joining SMB, James was the President of Fetch! Pet Care, Inc. in Dayton, Ohio. While there, he served as the Vice President and Chief Operating Officer. Other past roles include Director of IT and Process Improvement at DNA Diagnostics Center, being the CIO, COO and President of a nationwide tax franchise, and President and Partner of a pet butler franchise.
James is the Member at Large for the IFA Foundation and previously sat as Chair of the Institute of Certified Franchise Executives Board of Governors. James holds a degree from University of Dayton and completed graduate study at Baker College for Graduate Studies. He has a passion for teaching franchising and mentoring others in the franchising industry.