Raised primarily in Kentucky, Jim graduated from the University of Louisville with a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration. After 20 years in the corporate world focusing on Risk Management, Jim entered the Insurance and financial services industry in 2003 where he has been an endorsed advisor for active and retired educators from several states. The business climate change to working with individuals to reach their hard-earned goals has been one of the most rewarding attributes that contributes to his passion about this field. He has spent the past 17 years utilizing various Insurance products to provide Financial security for his clients with Risk-Free Investments, Estate Preservation tools & Health Insurance products for strategic protection from acute and chronic health conditions. Jim is excited to work with FREA members in his new role with Florida Retirement Group and is passionate about helping his clients achieve their retirement goals.  

Jim is thrilled to have relocated to the Panhandle to join his two Florida resident children, one of which is a current Florida educator in the Walton County school district. He is an exceptionally proud Grandfather of his twin grandchildren and loves to spend time with them as often as possible. Jim also is an avid golfer, active in many outdoor activities and is a die-hard college sports enthusiast.