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Meet Our Leadership

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Our Founders

The James Museum was founded by Tom and Mary James as a gift to the St. Petersburg community and beyond. Years ago, when their travels took them out West, they were captivated by the art, landscapes and wildlife.

The art of action and attention to place created by contemporary artists greatly moved them, and they began to amass a significant collection that speaks to their interests in history, storytelling and human connection.

About Our Founders

Board of Directors

  • Everald Colas | Storyn Studio for Architecture
  • Brian Ford | Tampa Bay Buccaneers
  • Natalie Gebicke | Goldman, Sachs & Co. LLC
  • Kevin Harrington | Shark Tank; As Seen on TV
  • Greg Hebard | Jabil
  • Robb Hough | WRH Income Properties
  • Don Howe | COMPASS Real Estate
  • Robert Iles | Deft Research
  • Court James
  • Mary James | Museum Co-Founder
  • Molly James | Metropolitan Ministries
  • Tom James | Museum Co-Founder
  • Gordon Johnson | Highway Safety Devices; Raymond James Bank
  • Darryl LeClair | Echelon
  • Mark Mahaffey | The Mahaffey Company
  • Clare McQueen Sater | Legacy Protection Lawyers, LLP
  • Tom Sims | Johnson Pope
  • Greg Yadley | Shumaker Loop & Kendrick, LLC

Staff Leadership

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Victoria Doyle

Chief Engagement & Advancement Officer
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Jeremy Gray

Chief Operating Officer
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Emily Kapes

Chief Curator

Stephanie Adamo

Director of Communications & Advancement
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Colton Lawver

Director of Visitor Experience

Muhammad Nash

Director of Facilities
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Holly Rogers

Director of Rental Events

Stacy Stockdale

Wendy J. Seldon Director of Education & Public Programs

Robin Nicholson, Executive Director

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of our Executive Director, Robin Nicholson, following a short illness. Robin was a dedicated leader and a champion of art.

Press Release