Rhiannon James has a diverse and extensive work experience in the media and events industry and has managed businesses in Asia, Latin America, North America and Europe. Rhiannon has held various roles in companies such as Questex, Industrial Exchange, IHS Markit, RISI, UBM Global Trade, Paperloop, and Miller Freeman, working in Europe and the USA. Her experience includes running data, forecasting and subscription businesses as well as media and events.
 
At Questex, Rhiannon currently serves as the Group President for Life Sciences, Healthcare, and Technology since July 2019. In this role, she leads a team that connects buyers and sellers across multiple industries, providing them with the latest trends, technologies, and best practices through award-winning digital media and event products. Products include the Fierce digital business in life sciences, healthcare and technology, as well as the StreamTV Show, Fierce Pharma Week conference, LDI Show, Sensors Converge Expo and Broadband Nation Expo. 

In addition to her role at Questex, Rhiannon is also a Board Member at FreightWaves since October 2020.