James Brown

James is Strategy and Engagement Lead for the 5G Testbeds and Trials Programme at the Department for Digital, Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS), leading the Programme's engagement with the creative industries. James led on the development and designing of the Programme's 5G Create competition. Prior to the 5G Programme team, James was Head of No Deal Data Communications in DCMS, leading engagement with a range of sectors to prepare for a no deal outcome. James has also had policy lead roles in IoT innovation and in govtech at the Government Digital Service. Before joining the UK Government, James worked at the European tech company, Trainline.