Jim’s deep understanding of the intersection of design excellence and business strategy provides AECOM’s clients with unique expertise to transform their venues into next-generation, high-impact destinations for fans, teams, and communities. Jim has over three decades of experience in venue planning, design, and development for the sports industry.
As Managing Director of AECOM Sports, Jim collaborates with executive leadership to guide the growth strategy and expansion of AECOM Sports offerings in architecture; works with regional business line leaders and global market sector leaders to advance AECOM Sports business; champion of client advocacy and design innovation; drives focus on sports business and monetization strategies through design; leads complex sports venue integrated mixed-use development projects; and foster sports staff professional growth and advancement.
Jim spent six and a half years previously as National Director of Sports and Entertainment Project Development Services for JLL. Jim represented sports teams, investors, and public entities with their development initiatives. Prior to JLL, Jim was Sports Principal at ROSSETTI. As Principal-in-Charge, he was responsible for his clients and projects in the NFL, NBA, NHL, MLS, professional Tennis, collegiate athletics, and NASCAR, including the “2016 SBJ Venue of the Year” Daytona Rising NASCAR stadium.
Jim was recognized by SBJ in 2016 and 2020 as a “Top 50 Power Player in Sports Development”, member of ULI Entertainment Development Council, and ALSD PX Global Council member.
