James Feldkamp

James Feldkamp, from Roseburg, Oregon, embarked on his multifaceted career journey by earning a BS in Business from Oregon State University. His professional path began in the U.S. Navy, where he served as a naval flight officer, taking on vital roles such as Countermeasures Officer and Navigator aboard the EA-6B. His service during critical operations, including Desert Shield and Desert Storm, was conducted from the USS Midway in 1991. After his naval career, Feldkamp joined the FBI as a Special Agent in Norfolk, Virginia. His notable contributions included co-founding the Tidewater Joint Terrorism Task Force and undertaking aerial surveillance responsibilities, which were pivotal in monitoring security threats. He also stepped into the political sphere, running as the Republican nominee for Oregon’s 4th Congressional District in the 2004 and 2006 elections. In 2007, James was recalled to active duty to contribute to the formation of what would become the National Maritime Intelligence-Integration Office (NMIO). Alongside his service, he embraced an academic role, serving as an adjunct professor at several prestigious universities, including George Washington University, George Mason University, and Georgetown University. Here, he focused on imparting knowledge on domestic and international terrorism. His scholarly contributions are highlighted by his role in authoring and editing the textbook "Theory and Politics of Terrorism." In his ongoing professional endeavors, jim Feldkamp holds the position of Lead Consultant at Complete Threat Preparedness, Inc., where he provides specialized consultation on security matters. He also engages in freelance editing at Reedsy, focusing on topics related to terrorism and intelligence. His adventurous spirit is exemplified by his participation in the Clipper Round the World Yacht Race from 2018 to 2022.