Board Member
James Newkirk, Founder of Ultreya Solutions Group (semi-retired)
James founded Ultreya Solutions Group, Inc. in 1997. Ultreya was formed to provide business and technology consulting and services experience focused on the clients to assist them in reaching their business goals. Special emphasis is placed on the use of Strategic and Operational Planning, Business Process Improvement, along with the pragmatic application of Technology to deliver successful results.
James has been in the Information Technology field since 1962, ranging from operations, application & systems software, senior management, consulting, and ownership of multiple businesses, including acquisition and due diligence.
Accomplishments and techniques of James' technology staffs have been featured in various presentations, articles, and videos through the years. James has been a frequent participant and speaker at various professional organizations and industry groups. He has served on numerous business and community boards, including leadership positions.
James is very active in the Catholic faith having served in parish council, school board, pastoral/vision teams, teaching, facilitating study groups, Cursillo Movement, serving the poor, etc. James enjoys spending time with his wife (Judy), children (3), and grandchildren (6), as well as golfing, travel, and hunting & fishing.
James and Judy’s children attended Holy Family Elementary and St. Mary’s High School, and one attended Rockhurst University. All their grandchildren attend[ed] Ascension and Prince of Peace local elementary schools, and three are currently attending St. James Academy. Judy taught and directed Early Childhood education at St. Mark’s and Nativity of Mary for 25 years.
