James T. Ray
Work Experience
IdeasX
2022-05-01 - 2025-07-01
IdeasX
DevPeoplz
2022-03-01 - 2025-03-01
DevPeoplz
57Blocks
2020-09-01 - 2022-05-01
57Blocks
IdeasX
2009-07-01 - 2020-09-01
IdeasX
Work Secure, LLC
2016-02-01 - 2019-12-01
Work Secure, LLC
BrainBankers
2014-04-01 - 2019-12-01
BrainBankers
Mocapay
2011-01-01 - 2015-04-01
Mocapay
First Data Corporation
2007-01-01 - 2009-07-01
First Data Corporation
Size Technologies
2001-03-01 - 2007-01-01
Size Technologies
DoughNET
1999-07-01 - 2001-03-01
DoughNET
Skills
Summary
James Ray is a seasoned entrepreneur and technologist with over 20 years of leadership experience in the payments and software industries. He has a proven track record of building and scaling technology companies, leading to successful exits through acquisitions. Notably, James founded Size Technologies, a loyalty, CRM, and payments company acquired by First Data Corporation in 2007, where he subsequently served as Vice President of Technology Strategy. As a visionary leader, James has held executive roles including CEO and CTO at companies such as Work Secure, BrainBankers, and Mocapay. His expertise spans software development, DevOps, machine learning, payments, and cybersecurity. He holds multiple certifications and patents, and has been instrumental in developing security practices and achieving PCI compliance for various organizations. Currently, James is the CEO of DevPeoplz and IdeasX, companies focused on delivering innovative and secure software solutions at scale. An American residing in Colombia, he has successfully built and managed high-performing engineering teams internationally, including establishing operations for 57Blocks in Latin America. James is passionate about driving technological innovation that meets market needs and enhances customer experiences.
