Jim Gibbons is a highly accomplished leadership consultant, executive and entrepreneur with an exceptional track record of delivering results. He is distinguished by his long dedication to mission-driven organizations, and adept at redirecting them, both strategically and structurally, to advance their goals. A former CEO, Jim is a graduate of Harvard Business School and an active board member.
Professional Focus
- More than 20 years’ experience as a chief executive, with significant board experience
- Extensive track record of leadership in the social enterprise and not-for-profit sector
- Expertise in leadership consulting, leadership development, organizational transformation, corporate governance, corporate culture
- Founder of a startup focused on educational and learning technology
- Recipient of numerous awards including the Jefferson Award for Public Service; appointed to White House Council for Community Solutions by President Obama in 2010; first blind person to earn an MBA from Harvard Business School
Business Expertise
- President and CEO of Goodwill Industries International
- President and CEO of National Industries for the Blind
- President and CEO of AT&T CampusWide Access Solutions (wholly owned subsidiary of AT&T)
- Started career with AT&T; served in leadership positions in operations, product management, and mergers and acquisitions
Sector Expertise
- Social Impact
- Public Sector Enterprises
- Not-for-Profit Board Governance
Education & Certifications
- MBA from Harvard Business School
- Bachelor’s degree in industrial engineering from Purdue University
Affiliations & Awards
- Member, YPO (Young Presidents’ Organization) International
- Board Member, Indiana YPO Gold Chapter
- Board Member and past Treasurer, Independent Sector (non-profit coalition)
- Advisory Board Member, Global Mentor Network
- Named to Nonprofit Times’ Power & Influence Top 50 (five times between 2010 and 2017)
- Jefferson Award for Public Service (2010)
- Young Presidents’ Organization Social Enterprise Leadership Award (2009)
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