I was born and raised in a small town in central Wisconsin, graduated from Montana State University with a degree in Civil Engineering, and moved to Seattle to begin my career. Following a stint in the Army, I returned to Seattle where I spent 37 years with a consulting engineering firm designing and managing major wastewater projects including West Point in the 90’s and Brightwater for King County in the early 2000’s.

My interest in the islands began in the mid-70’s when we acquired a sailboat and would come to the islands on vacation. In the mid-80’s we moved our boat permanently to the Port of Friday Harbor and have had moorage there ever since. Following retirement in 2009, we moved full time to the island where I enjoy boating, fishing, woodworking, and volunteering.     

I live in the San Juans because I enjoy island life and the water. I enjoy the people, the culture, and the services. I believe the island offers a unique living experience and provides excellent opportunities to give back. Joining the SJCHT gives me an opportunity to give something back to a community that I thoroughly enjoy.  

Jim was elected to the Home Trust Board in 2019 and serves as the Board President.