James
Turner II
James designs and delivers technology solutions — from IT infrastructure and Salesforce administration to custom web applications and AI enablement. A Marine Corps veteran and former Head of Information Technology at Hire Heroes USA, he bridges business goals and technical execution for organizations that need systems that work. Based between Atlanta, Georgia and Lake Chapala, Jalisco, Mexico.
SECTION_02 // Spotlight
The Flagship Venture
Guidon Talent Partners
Solutions Architecture · IT Consulting · Software Development
Guidon Talent Partners
James's technology consultancy — designing IT solutions, building custom websites and software, and helping organizations put AI and modern systems to work. Veteran-owned, with a 10% giving pledge directed to veteran service organizations.
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SECTION_03 // Web Projects
The Engineering Lab
Guidon Talent Partners
2024 — PRESENT
Flagship technology consultancy — solutions architecture, IT consulting, and custom web and software development. See the spotlight above. ↑ Spotlight
Casa del Cielo
2026
Marketing website for a local realtor — built to draw more attention to a featured property listing.
Voice Maria
2026
Interactive booking site for voice-over projects — visitors can explore interactive audio examples and request work.
St. Andrew's Anglican Church
2026
Church website for St. Andrew's Anglican Church, Chapala — built and maintained as IT Coordinator.
American Legion Chapala
2025
Website for American Legion Post 7, Lake Chapala — serving the veteran community in Jalisco, Mexico.
Weston Neighborhood Website
2013
Early neighborhood community website for Weston — one of the first projects, and still online today.
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SECTION_04 // Volunteering & Leadership
The Legacy Grid
American Legion Post 7
Vice Commander
Serving as Vice Commander of American Legion Post 7 in Lake Chapala — leadership and advocacy for the veteran community in Jalisco.
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St. Andrew's Anglican Church
IT Coordinator — Independent Contractor
Independent contractor managing technology for St. Andrew's Anglican Church, Chapala — including the church website.
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Hire Heroes USA
Veteran Career Transitions
Five roles in service of the veteran career mission: Veteran Career Transition Specialist, Operations Project Manager, Salesforce Administrator, Facilities Manager, and Head of Information Technology.
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Community of Christ
Youth Pastor
Served as Youth Pastor at Community of Christ — mentoring young people and leading youth programs for the congregation.
Lago Alianza
AI Literacy Training Facilitator
Facilitated AI literacy training for nonprofits in the Ajijic / Lake Chapala area — a 12-week course covering cybersecurity, email marketing, SEO/GEO, and Notion.
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United States Marine Corps
Veteran
Served as a United States Marine — the foundation of a career built on service, discipline, and leadership.
Alzheimer's Association
Annual Fundraiser & Donor
Annual fundraiser, donor, and Walk to End Alzheimer's participant.
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The ALS Association
Annual Fundraiser & Donor
Annual fundraiser, donor, and Walk to Defeat ALS participant.
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Friends of Tony
Board Member & IT Consultant
Former board member and IT consultant for Friends of Tony.