James Giroux, the founder of TeamWP, has over 15 years of experience in the WordPress ecosystem, holding various roles at Envato, Rocketgenius and StellarWP that have shaped his understanding of team dynamics. Drawing from both successes and failures, James developed the OpenTeam Framework to help teams create and maintain a people-first culture. As a sought-after speaker and thought leader, James shares insights on transparent leadership, authentic purpose, and effective communication strategies. Through TeamWP, he is committed to empowering teams by fostering a supportive environment where individuals feel valued and can unlock their full potential, ultimately leading to higher satisfaction, engagement, and performance.