Unlike some small business owners, however, Jim also brought decades of executive experience and business acumen
to the task of growing the Jacksonville-based IT startup into the award-winning enterprise, it is today.

Jim’s leadership skills were homed in both the technology and banking sectors, where he worked for large corporations including First American Title, Infusion Technologies, JPMorgan Chase and Cenlar. And his executive, operations, and relationship-building expertise, combined with his knowledge of both the institutional and service provider
perspectives made him a perfect fit for Venture Pointe. He had firsthand knowledge of the service issues the company was created to address, a longtime desire to address them, and the executive capacity to build a profitable and sustainable business.

Having created mentoring and community-based relationship initiatives, Jim also had a basis to build from regarding employment development and community involvement.

Jim and his colleagues are also involved in industry think tanks, projects for social and ethical advancement and advisory positions. They’ve provided tens of thousands of dollars’ worth of equipment and technical support to nonprofit organizations created technology internships for local college students and facilitated high school science and technology education programs. And they’ve extended services to small businesses in the community, including their own clients. Their commitment to service and excellence has been recognized with honors including the Better Business Bureau Torch Award and a number of national and international industry awards.

When he’s not working, Jim enjoys the Florida lifestyle with his wife of almost 28 years, Sally, who works within the Duval County Public School System. He has a special affinity for golf, which not only involves sunshine and exercise but also
provides an opportunity to be completely in charge of his own success. “When you play golf,” he says, “your success completely depends upon you. You can’t blame anyone else if you hit a bad shot!” 

In his role, he is able to get an “inside view” of his client’s operations, which enable him to recommend strategies that may help to reduce the likelihood of employee fraud and embezzlement.

INDUSTRY FOCUS
Jason centers his focus on the healthcare and professional services industries, as well as real estate and retail operations. He also focuses on services for veterinarian practices.

PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS

• American Institute of Certified Public Accountants
• Association of Certified Fraud Examiners, Jacksonville Chapter, Past-President and Treasurer
• Florida Institute of Certified Public Accountants

EDUCATION

• M.S., Business Administration, University of North Florida
• B.S., Accounting, Murray State University

In his role, Josh is responsible for leading a team comprised of sales, service, and care that is focused on helping people and communities achieve better health. The team continuously markets the products and services offered by Florida Blue in the retail centers under Josh’s guidance to ensure members and non-members alike have the best possible health outcomes through closing care gaps and addressing social determinants of health.

Josh, a father of two and native of Jacksonville, graduated from Ed White High School. After September 11th he felt a calling to serve in the United States Marine Corps and completed two tours in Iraq. After the Marines, Josh graduated from the University of Hawaii with a double major in Anthropology and History. Josh is currently working to attain his MBA from Florida State University.

Josh has helped raise funds for the Jacksonville Jaguars Foundation and is currently the committee lead for the Achieve the Dream scholarship with the First Coast Hispanic Chamber of Commerce.

As a certified athletic trainer she understands the importance of rehabilitative services and is pleased to be able to work with the community programs and services that Brooks provides to the communities surrounding Jacksonville, Daytona, Orlando, Gainesville, Ocala, and Tampa. Jessica’s responsibilities also include leading the Brooks Health Foundation and conducting the Community Health Needs Assessment. 

Prior to joining Brooks, Jessica was the Senior Director of Development for UF Health Jacksonville and the University of Florida College of Medicine Jacksonville. During her tenure with UF Health she realized her love of working with vulnerable populations and non-profit organizations. She currently serves as the UNF Alumni Association Board of Directors Vice President, Membership Co-Chair for the JAX Chamber Health Council, Executive Cabinet Member for the Go Red For Women Campaign benefiting the American Heart Association, Co-chair of the Run For Heroes 5k to Benefit UF Health TraumaOne, and is a proud member of “The Most Inquisitive and Best Class” of Leadership Jacksonville 2018.

Jessica holds dual degrees from the University of North Florida – a Master’s of Business Administration in International Business and a Bachelor’s of Science in Sports Medicine and Athletic Training. She is passionate about ensuring water safety for all and continues to coach middle school swimmers at The Bolles School. As a fun fact, Jessica worked in professional sports for 10 years. She had the pleasure of working with professional golf tournaments, creating tracking technology for marathons, and masterminding the scoring system for the CrossFit Games. She loves spending time with her husband, bonus son, and their two English Bulldogs – Rondo and Barkley.
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