Jim Westford has worked in finance and commercial real estate for many years, operating in Washington, Idaho, Alaska, and California. He was instrumental in negotiating the first “Buying Tour” for real estate acquisition from China to Vancouver, British Columbia. He has worked as an advisor and consultant for principals of private equity groups and merchant private banks on asset acquisitions, and alternative asset class investment. He has a designation of GRI. He was also a commissioned officer in the Army reserves and National Guard. He is a former finance board member for nonprofit organizations and served on committees and boards of multiple charitable organizations.