Prior to becoming a Financial Advisor in 2002, Jim had a diverse business background that included executive positions with DaiEi Papers USA Corp, The Mead Corporation, and Union Camp. His experience as a Vice President of Sales and Marketing, Controller, and CFO prepared him well for a career helping others manage their financial futures. Jim earned his Certified Financial Planner™ certification in 2005. Prior to that, he earned a B.A. (with high honors) in Business Administration from Michigan State University and an MBA from Wayne State University. Jim also completed the Executive Program at University of Virginia’s Darden School of Business. He is registered to work as a an LPL Investment Advisor Representative, and an LPL general securities principal. He is also a licensed life and health insurance agent and offers insurance products through LPL Financial. Jim is a husband and a father and he enjoys spending time on the lake and on the golf course.