James C. Hale III

James C. Hale III is a prominent figure in the financial technology and advisory sectors, having co-founded FTV Capital in 1998 and currently serving as Partner Emeritus. With a robust foundation in financial services, Jim also co-founded Columbus Strategic Advisors, LLC in 2011 to provide strategic guidance to technology-enabled enterprises. James C.'s board membership roles include positions at ACI Worldwide, Mitek Systems, and Bank of Marin, where James C. contributes as Risk Chair, Audit Chair, and Executive Committee member, respectively. Previously, Jim was a Senior Managing Partner at BancAmerica Securities, where James C. led the Financial Services Group and advised major financial institutions on key transactions. Jim holds an MBA from Harvard Business School and a BS in Accounting and Finance from the University of California, Berkeley.