Tim Bettenga

Tim Bettenga is a steadfast thought partner and strategic advisor who shepherds sound decision-making and a culture of integrity across Imagine. As head of legal and compliance, Tim provides strategic advisory for the business, the clients, and the team members. He oversees all legal, governance, compliance, and security functions.

With more than 30 years of experience in private equity and public company environments, Tim has strong expertise in establishing and shaping effective legal, governance, compliance, and risk management programs. Prior to joining Imagine, he provided counsel to a $1 billion commercial construction business which operated worldwide. His career spans manufacturing, production, fulfillment, and distribution business operations.

Principled and dependable, Tim takes pride in making a positive difference in the lives of others. He has built his career on treating everyone with value and respect, and enjoys working with people to navigate challenges, eliminate obstacles, and protect people and communities. In addition to his role at Imagine, Tim devotes his expertise and time to pro bono work for human rights organizations.

Tim received his law degree from the Mitchell Hamline School of Law, and earned a Bachelor of Science in Secondary English Education from the University of Minnesota. He is an avid golfer and collector of rare books and maps, and was a high school English teacher prior to pursuing a career in law.