Jim Ratchford

Jim Ratchford has a diverse and extensive work experience spanning over several decades. Jim held the position of Executive Director at Texas Consilium, a nonprofit organization focused on economic development for the State of Texas. Prior to that, they worked as a Senior Business Advocate at TMAC, where they partnered with business leaders to develop strategies for success. Jim Ratchford also served as President of Ratchford & Associates Ltd., a consulting firm specializing in comprehensive business solutions. Additionally, they worked as a Professor of Entrepreneurship at Oklahoma State University and as a Project Director at George S May International Company. Jim Ratchford founded Financial Resources Corp. and Home Management, Inc., where they served as President, and they held the role of Treasurer at Reserve National Insurance Company. Jim also served in various finance roles at Beatrice Foods. Jim Ratchford's leadership experience includes serving as President, Chairman, and Executive Director of the Oklahoma Venture Forum. Throughout their career, they have worked with businesses in a wide range of industries, providing expertise in areas such as profitability, growth, and organizational improvement.

Jim Ratchford obtained a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, majoring in Accounting with additional emphasis on Finance and Economics, from Oklahoma State University between 1972 and 1975. Prior to that, they attended Nathan Hale High School, but no specific degree or field of study is mentioned.