KEY EXECUTIVE BIOGRAPHIES
In 1989, Jim joined Dennis Conner in the 1992 America’s Cup as his Chief Operating Officer. Together, they were responsible for raising in excess of $60 million on corporate sponsorship for Dennis Conner and his Stars & Stripes team in the 1992, 1995 and 2000 America’s Cup competitions. In 1992, Jim and his family relocated to New York to be more effective in working with corporate sponsors. While in New York, Jim began consulting for Watermark Inc., a company focused on waterfront and marina development. There Jim worked closely with the City of New York on major projects such as a new aquarium, ice-skating rink and theme park proposals. Jim also consulted on major real estate projects associated with the World Financial Center which included a marina and related commercial, retail and residential development. After returning to San Diego, Jim joined OliverMcMillan in 2002, bringing his more than 30 years of real estate experience to the OliverMcMillan. Capitalizing on his real estate experience and the financial relationships which both he and OliverMcMillan have developed over the years, Jim works on the San Diego portfolio and all new projects. He is a 20-year friend and industry associate of Dene Oliver and Jim McMillan.
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