Evan James
Chief Executive Officer
Evan James serves as the Chief Executive Officer of Peninsula Visa, where he has dedicated more than 20 years to shaping the company into one of the most trusted names in passport and visa expediting services. With a career rooted in transforming operations and driving growth, Evan has built his leadership around a clear vision: to modernize the travel document industry while keeping people—customers and employees—at the center of everything.
Before being named CEO, Evan spent over a decade as Chief Operating Officer, where he led initiatives that streamlined complex visa processes for Fortune 500 corporations, universities, and individual travelers. His leadership has been defined by a commitment to innovation, efficiency, and service excellence—ensuring Peninsula Visa continues to be the go-to partner for those navigating an increasingly complex global travel landscape.
At the heart of Evan’s philosophy is the belief that great companies are built by great people. He emphasizes the importance of cultivating strong teams, empowering individuals, and fostering a culture of accountability, trust, and collaboration. Under his leadership, Peninsula Visa’s success is shared by the dedicated professionals whose expertise and passion make it possible to deliver world-class service every day.
Evan views his role not only as guiding a company but also as reimagining how people connect with the world. By embracing technology, nurturing talent, and maintaining Peninsula Visa’s unwavering focus on excellence, he is leading the company into its next era of growth and innovation.
Outside of work, Evan is passionate about travel, global connectivity, and building solutions that make international mobility more seamless. He also enjoys surfing and golfing, pursuits that reflect his love of the outdoors and his belief in balance, focus, and perseverance. His philosophy is simple: when barriers to travel are removed—and when teams are empowered to do their best work—opportunities multiply for people, businesses, and communities worldwide.