James Czarniak is the founder and CEO of Brightpath Strategies, LLC, a consulting firm based in Syracuse, New York, specializing in social and public sector services. With over two decades of experience in the nonprofit and government sectors, James has held key positions such as Deputy Commissioner for the Onondaga County Department of Children and Family Services, overseeing the Child Welfare Division, and Director of Juvenile Justice for the county, where he managed the juvenile probation department and the local secure detention facility.
In addition to his professional roles, James has been actively involved with organizations like the Boys & Girls Clubs in Syracuse and Greater Washington, D.C. He is a member of the Annie E. Casey Applied Leadership Network and has completed certifications in Data Sharing and Multi-System Integration from Georgetown University’s Public Policy Institute. His expertise also includes training in Results-Based Accountability, Results-Based Leadership, and Results-Based Facilitation, reflecting his commitment to driving systemic change and improving community outcomes.