Kenneth James is an experienced technology professional with over four decades of experience in the IT industry. Currently serving as the Field Channel CTO and Channel Technical Sales Director at Lenovo, Kenneth's passion for technology was ignited in his high school computer class and further cultivated during his service in the United States Marine Corps. His extensive career includes 20 years in various technical and leadership roles at IBM, followed by a decade at Lenovo where he has excelled in channel and technical solution sales. Kenneth holds an Associate of Applied Electronics and a B.S. in Technical Management from DeVry University and has completed the Chief Technology Officer Program at Wharton Executive Education. In his current role, Kenneth ensures that his teams are well-equipped with the necessary skills and knowledge to support sales efforts, focusing on emerging technologies and trends. He has a proven track record in promoting product value and leveraging new strategies to enhance legacy systems through technological innovation.