Jim founded DloHaiti in 2013 in partnership with the IFC (World Bank Group).  He has been an active entrepreneur and investor since 1994 and has been involved in humanitarian aid and development since 2004.  Jim has been actively working in Haiti since early 2010 when he came to Haiti as a volunteer in response to the earthquake.  His experience in Haiti has convinced him that entrepreneurship, investment, and the right systems can play a big role in helping millions in developing countries rise out of poverty.​​

Jim is a U.S. Citizen and splits his time between Port-au-Prince, Haiti and San Francisco, California.  He is an avid paraglider and airplane pilot.  When he has time, he enjoys travelling and learning languages.