Dr. James Holmes

Youbilee Director and Secretary

As Secretary of Youbilee, Dr. Holmes brings his clinical precision, organizational skills, and deep empathy to the Youbilee’s mission. His experience in healthcare administration and patient advocacy directly supports our shared focus on empowering individuals and organizations through accessible digital tools, evidence-based decision-making, and strategic resource connections. Dr. Holmes’ creative background and love of music also inspire his commitment to inclusive, community-driven solutions.

Dr. James F. Holmes brings over a decade of experience in person-centered care serving communities across California, including San Jose, Salinas, and the Central Coast. A native of San Jose, Dr. Holmes holds a Creative Arts degree from San Jose State University and a Doctorate in Audiology from Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center, New Orleans. He is board-certified by the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association and the American Academy of Audiology, and is a licensed dispensing audiologist in California.

James is passionate about caring for the individual and community needs of all people. His approach carefully identifies individual strengths and crafts solutions tailored to each person’s needs, experience and expertise he brings to Youbilee’s vision of advancing social and economic justice. He is known for his collaborative work with diverse medical and treatment teams, as well as his commitment to evidence-based practice.

In addition to his Doctorate, James is a Fellow of the American Academy of Audiology (FAAA), and was awarded a Certificate of Clinical Competence in Audiology (CCC-A) by the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association.

In his free time, Dr. Holmes enjoys playing and recording music, continually improving his Spanish skills, and bicycling with friends. Much like his professional life, his hobbies also reflect a commitment to lifelong learning and community engagement. He is excited to help Youbilee transform knowledge into action, ensuring that all people have the opportunity to thrive.