I believe that my experience as an HBO executive responsible for global marketing and communications should serve our country well as we tell America’s story in Spain and Andorra. James Costos Read Quote
Spain is an important historical ally of the United States, and if confirmed, I will add to our more than 200 years of diplomatic history to further our shared interests. James Costos Read Quote
My mom and dad are second-generation Greek-Americans who instilled in our middle-class family the values of hard work, self-reliance, and service, exemplified by my father’s tenure as a U.S. Marine who was stationed at Camp David under President Truman. James Costos Read Quote
No party or event is without a reason. This is how we foster new relationships, open doors, and launch new ideas that create business opportunities, investments, and jobs in the U.S. and Spain. James Costos Read Quote
At HBO, my leadership had to inspire and gain the respect of employees in a large company with over 100 external business relationships in dozens of countries. James Costos Read Quote
As ambassador, I am focused on expanding bilateral trade and investment between the United States and Spain. James Costos Read Quote
Prince Felipe is the best ambassador for Spain: I have already told Jose Manuel Garcia-Margallo, minister of foreign affairs, that the prince should travel to the U.S. more often. James Costos Read Quote
I have a direct line with Obama. It’s a crucial link. And I can put Spain in the spotlight. James Costos Read Quote
You can have all of the laws and protection in place, but how do you get rid of homophobia? This is something that the U.S. is going to have to deal with. James Costos Read Quote
