Jim Thornton

Jim Thornton is a seasoned sales professional with extensive experience in the events and marketing industries. Currently serving as Vice President of Sales at BrandSync Events since January 2024, Jim also holds the position of Principal at Big Sky Consulting, LLC since April 2020. Previous roles include Sales Consultant at Chicago Scenic Studios (September 2020 - January 2024), Chief Revenue Officer at AV Concepts (April 2017 - April 2020), and Senior Vice President of Sales at Freeman Company (December 2012 - April 2017), where Jim led sales initiatives for Freeman Marketing Solutions and FreemanXP. Earlier career highlights feature leadership roles at TBA Global, PGI, Inc., Krisam Group, and Regal Hotels, showcasing a strong background in business strategy, client services, and account management. Jim holds a BA in Economics and Psychology from the University of Wisconsin-Madison, attained in 1991.