Jeff James
Vice President
Disney Institute

Jeff James is vice president of Disney Institute. He leads and directs a team of talented individuals who provide global training and consulting services based on the best practices of The Walt Disney Company. Responsibilities include driving worldwide sales, facilitation and content, and overseeing marketing and public relations for Disney Institute, which offers programs at Disney Destinations and in cities around the world.

Prior to his current role, Jeff was vice president and managing director, marketing and sales for Disney Destinations International. Based in London, Jeff managed and led the marketing, sales, public relations, and finance efforts in the United Kingdom for Walt Disney World Resort, Disneyland Resort Paris and Disney Cruise Line.

Before his international assignment, Jeff was vice president of domestic sales for Walt Disney Parks & Resorts where he was responsible for national accounts, field sales and inside sales for Walt Disney World Resort, Disney Cruise Line and Disneyland Resort. Jeff also managed the tour operators / Internet aggregator team for Walt Disney World Resort.

In 2008, Jeff and his family returned to Orlando so he could take the helm at Disney Institute and help Disney Cruise Line grow to a more global cruise line with four ships and multiple ports worldwide.

Jeff received a Bachelor of Science degree in Business/Commercial Recreation from the University of Colorado, and holds several professional licenses in the sales, insurance and real estate fields.

Jeff lives in Central Florida with his wife Linda and their three children.