Jim Donivan

Jim Donivan is an experienced professional in sales, business development, and consulting, currently serving as a Tax Consultant at Ladder Up Chicago since February 2020. With a robust background in the hospitality industry, Jim held a position on the Board of Directors at the Illinois Hotel and Lodging Association from 2006 to January 2021. Prior roles include Director of National Accounts at Dow Jones & Company Inc., where Jim collaborated with major national hotel brands and airlines to enhance guest amenities. As VP of Sales and Business Development at Illinois Gold Rush, Jim created sales strategies for the hospitality sector in preparation for new legislation. Jim's earlier career at USA Today and Gannett Company spanned over 26 years, where leadership roles included General Manager and Circulation Director, focusing on market growth and operational efficiency. Jim holds a Bachelor of Business Administration in Finance from the State University of New York at Fredonia.