Jim Velgot

Jim Velgot has an extensive work experience in the field of strategic brand development and marketing. Jim currently holds the position of Chief Marketing Officer at AFC_GAMMA since September 2021. Prior to this, they worked as a Strategic Brand Consultant at AFC_GAMMA from April 2020 to September 2021. Before joining AFC_GAMMA, Jim was the Managing Partner at the VELGOT group, a consultant advisory firm specializing in strategic brand development and creative services. Jim held this position from January 2018 to September 2021. Jim also worked as a Strategic Brand Consultant at Pzena Investment Management from January 2018 to June 2020, where they played a key role in transforming and refreshing the company's brand. Earlier in their career, Jim served as the Chief Marketing Officer, Chief of Staff, and Board of Directors member at Fifth Street Asset Management from July 2010 to December 2017. Jim was responsible for developing and re-branding the firm and increasing company awareness across various channels. Prior to this, Jim held various leadership roles at AllianceBernstein, including Managing Director/Strategic Content Marketing, Head of Global Brand, and Head of Brand & Agency. Jim played a crucial role in unifying and re-branding the organization globally. Jim began their career at AB Bernstein, where they served as the Head of Strategic Creative Services, leading a team of professionals in developing innovative marketing communications strategies.

Jim Velgot has earned a Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) degree in Communications Design from Pratt Institute. Their field of study throughout their education focused on Design and Visual Communications, with a specialization in general Design and Visual Communications.