Jim is the Chairman of Crane Worldwide.  Jim is the former Chairman, CEO, and majority shareholder of Eagle Global Logistics (EGL).  Jim directs the company’s growth, and is actively involved in the development of marketing strategies, incentive compensation and financial objectives.  He devotes considerable time traveling around the world to meet directly with new and existing clients and to identify potential acquisitions in support of the Company’s business development goals.

Jim was educated at the University of Central Missouri where he received a Bachelor of Science degree in industrial safety.

On a personal level, Jim received recognition as the 1996 Entrepreneur of the Year in Houston and was runner-up in the national award competition.  Recently, he was named Outstanding Industry Professional by the International Transportation Management Association at the organization’s inaugural conference. He is President of The Crane Foundation, which contributes to local and national charities.  Jim serves on the Board of Directors of Western Gas Holdings LLC, Ft. Dearborn Life Insurance Company, and is a former member of the Board of Directors of HCC Insurance Holdings, Inc.  Jim is also an active participant in the theater and arts community and is a member of the World Presidents’ Organization.   Jim was ranked #1 CEO Golfer in 2006 by Golf Digest.