With a career spanning over 40 years in the transportation and logistics industry, Jim has had the opportunity to wear many hats and contribute to the success of various businesses. A serial entrepreneur at heart, he's founded several companies, with his latest venture being a Chair at Vistage. This role allows Jim to guide and facilitate the growth of other business leaders, both personally and professionally. As the founder of 5 String Solutions, a technology firm, Jim dedicated efforts to bridging the gap between shippers and local, last-mile carriers. Their unique focus on real-time information sharing and enhanced shipment visibility sets them apart in the industry. Before delving into entrepreneurship, Jim held an executive role at uShip and freightPro.com and led new product development at Yellow Freight. Those experiences gave him a deep understanding of the logistics and transportation sector and equipped him with the skills to start his businesses. He has authored two books, "The Unconventional Thinking of Dominant Companies" and this new one "Stop The Hassle, " providing insights into how businesses can organically grow and dominate their respective markets. Jim's entrepreneurial journey and expertise in business growth strategy and logistics has earned him recognition in the industry. He frequently shares insights on these topics as a speaker at various events, providing valuable knowledge to audiences broadly.

Jim currently resides in the Kansas City area, where he continues to explore new business avenues and contribute to the business community's growth. When he's not wearing his business hat, you'll find Jim relaxing at the lake with his family. Jim calls the Kansas City area home.