James’s travels around the world have led him on many adventures. Among his most exciting have been running with the bulls in Pamplona, Spain, and driving a pickup truck from Texas to Guatemala and back in three months. A native of Columbia, S.C. James is married to Tricia Tiller Johnson. They have two children, Tiller and Mack.

Favorite Foods: Spanish paella, huevos rancheros, barbecue

Favorite Music: Old-time string band, old country, bluegrass, newgrass, blues

Favorite Book: “Lonesome Dove” by Larry McMurtry

Favorite Movie: Anything from the Coen Brothers

Last Place Visited: Jamaica

Where He’d Like to Travel: Spain

Passions in Life: Playing music, biking, hiking, running and his dogs

Guilty Pleasures: John Grisham novels

Community Involvement

• Mountain Housing Opportunities - Past Board Member