James serves as the Head of Public Policy and Strategic Communications at Proof (formerly Notarize), where he leads efforts to shape policies that prioritize consumer safety and the future of digital commerce. Proof is a pioneer in identity verification and online notarization, transforming processes in housing, retirement, financial services, and digital mail. James has extensive experience as a political and public affairs strategist working with companies and organizations at the intersection of technology and public policy. He is based in Washington, D.C., and regularly engages with stakeholders in state capitals across the country.

Allison DeSantis is Senior Director, Product Counsel at LegalZoom, where she works at the intersection of law, technology, and business, leading the company’s small business filings and compliance practice and helping ensure its products meet evolving regulatory standards. Before joining LegalZoom, Allison spent 16 years with the Ohio Secretary of State’s office, serving in senior leadership roles including Corporate Counsel, Director of Business Services, and Deputy Assistant Secretary of State. During her tenure, she led the modernization of Ohio’s business registry, developed fraud detection tools, and helped draft legislation protecting businesses from fraudulent filings. Allison brings to CoMRAA’s Board a uniquely relevant perspective shaped by substantial experience in both government and the private sector. Her firsthand understanding of state business registries, regulatory policy, fraud prevention, and the practical compliance needs of businesses strengthens CoMRAA’s work and its engagement with regulators and industry stakeholders. By bridging the perspectives of government, technology, and business, Allison helps advance CoMRAA’s mission to promote strong industry standards, effective compliance, fraud prevention, and constructive collaboration between the CMRA industry and the government agencies that oversee it.