Jim South

Jim South's work experience began in 1993 when they served as a Senior Consultant and Consultant for Deloitte & Touche, LLP. From 1998 to 1999, they worked as an MBA Intern for Wal*Mart Stores, Inc, where they developed a growth plan for SAM's Clubs and analyzed store efficiency. Jim then joined PricewaterhouseCoopers, Management Consulting Services as a Senior Consultant from 1999 to 2001, leading a pilot project for a telecommunications firm and contributing to a business plan for e-commerce operations.

From 2001 to 2008, Jim worked at Accenture, first as a Manager in the Supply Chain Service Line, leading various supply chain strategy engagements. Jim then became a Senior Manager, leading a large-scale project for a US Navy Command and serving as a career counselor for staff.

In 2008, Jim joined the District of Columbia Government, Department of Real Estate Services as a Senior Deputy Director, responsible for managing construction, maintenance, security, energy, and real estate for a significant portfolio. Jim later moved to the District of Columbia- Department of General Services as an Associate Director of Sustainability and Energy Management, overseeing sustainability projects.

Jim's most recent role is with The Nature Conservancy, where they have held multiple positions since 2012. Jim started as the TNC-Dow Collaboration Lead, leading a five-year collaboration with The Dow Chemical Company. Jim then became the Director of Corporate Engagement, managing project management for the Corporate Engagement team and working with Fortune 50 companies to incorporate Natural Capital Solutions. Currently, they serve as the Deputy Director of Corporate Engagement, overseeing the operations of a 40-person team and managing projects from concept to implementation.

Jim South earned a Master's degree in Business Administration with a focus on Supply Chain Management/Operations and Marketing from the University of Virginia Darden School of Business from 1997 to 1999. Prior to that, they obtained a Bachelor of Science degree in Economics with a concentration in Finance and Strategic Management from The Wharton School during the period of 1989 to 1993. Jim's education began at Phillipsburg High in NJ, but no specific degree or field of study was specified for that period.