James George

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Member Board of Directors at Toyota Insurance

Plano, Texas, United States

Overview

James George is the President & CEO of Toyota Connected North America and Vice President of Corporate Development for Toyota North America. With over two decades of experience, he focuses on strategic planning, business development, and shaping the future of mobility. Colleagues describe him as intelligent, strategic, savvy, and a great coach.

Outside of his executive roles, James has contributed to discussions on brand loyalty through co-authored publications. He holds an MBA with Distinction from Georgetown University and a BBA from Loyola Marymount University, underscoring his deep foundation in business and finance.

He was named a “Rising Star” among automakers and suppliers by Automotive News in 2020.

Personality Overview

Social Proof Driven

Procedural

Calm

They are unlikely to become strong champions as they don't prefer pushing other people.  Their motivation stems from the impact that their decisions can have on the organization.
 They prefer to follow rules and procedures.

Topics They Care About

Future of Mobility
Leads Toyota's software and data innovation hub, focusing on transforming Toyota into a mobility company through connected and electrified vehicle services.
EV Charging Solutions
Previously served as General Manager of EV Charging Solutions and has been quoted discussing partnerships to expand charging infrastructure access for customers.
Corporate Development
Recently started a new role as VP of Corporate Development & Partnerships and is actively hiring for his team to drive Toyota's next growth phase.

Media Appearances

James has no verified media appearances

Work History

11-2025
Member Board of Directors at Toyota Insurance
5-2025
Vice President, Corporate Development & Partnerships at Toyota North America
4-2025
President & Chief Executive Officer at Toyota Connected North America
12-2024 - 4-2025
Executive Vice President & Deputy CEO at Toyota Connected North America
8-2023
Member Board of Directors at Toyota Connected North America

Education

2004 - 2006
MBA from Georgetown University McDonough School of Business
1998 - 2001
BBA from Loyola Marymount University, College of Business Administration

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Exp : 25 Location : Plano, Texas, United States Job Level : Senior Designation : Member Board of Directors at Toyota Insurance
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Insights For Selling To James

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Engage other key stakeholders on their side and leverage if they approve of your product
  • Focus your pitch on the impact that you could help them have on their organization
  • Pause and ask them if they have any questions

DONT's

  • Don’t use phrases like ‘there might be’, ‘we haven’t yet’, ‘latest technology’ etc.
  • Don’t don the salesperson avatar, be the friendly advisor instead
  • Avoid saying anything that sounds like a risky proposition

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with James is

  • Low-risk, go-ahead from other stakeholders and successful evaluation as per process matter the most to them.
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from James

  • They don’t say no very often, and can take you around in circles sometimes.

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will James move?

  • They do not like to rush and can be quite slow in their decision making.

  • Can James take some risk or not?

  • They are risk-averse and like to make decisions that others support.

You And James

Personality Compatibility


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