With stints at FCB/Chicago and BBDO Miami, Jim successfully managed several major blue-chip accounts, including Coors Light Beer, Pizza Hut, FedEx and Pepsi-Cola International throughout Latin America.

During the past four years he served as a partner in the McGuire Company, a high-end real estate and resort marketing and advertising agency in Coral Gables, Fla. Jim was responsible for all account management activities as well as supervision of The Ritz-Carlton Club account plus the introduction of several new club locations. Over the past four years, RCC has grown from one to nine Club locations. Sales have exceeded $500 million dollars. In addition, The Tucker's Point Club in Bermuda has enjoyed a successful 95% sell out of their Private Residence Club under Jim's management and supervision.