Jim McDermet

Jim McDermet is an accomplished leader with extensive experience across various sectors, particularly in retail and operations. Currently serving as Principal at Words From Jim since January 2016, Jim specializes in board and advisory roles for companies in transition and growth stages. As Executive Advisor at Wings, a retail tech firm focused on Autonomous Sustainable Retail, Jim leverages expertise in innovation. Jim's contributions extend to academic governance as a Board of Trustees member at North Central College and as a board member of Junior Achievement of Washington, promoting youth success in the global economy. Previous executive roles at Starbucks and other notable companies underscore Jim's capabilities in managing operations, strategy development, and P&L responsibilities. Jim holds an MBA in Leadership and Change Management from North Central College and a BS in Education from SUNY Oneonta.