Jim Fielding
What's in a Name?
Jim Fielding, author of All Pride, No Ego, former CEO, retail and media veteran, and current partner at Archer Gray, contains multitudes. Jim, Jimmy, James, and JD are just some of the names he's been called and all are a part of who he is as a successful executive who has faced personal and professional challenges on the way to finding his authentic self. In our conversation we cover how Jim integrated his many aspects, the advice he'd give to his younger self, how to test for critical leadership skills, found family at work, queer aging, and so much more. Jim may be a complicated unicorn, but that's given him a lot of wisdom to share!
Jim Fielding, author of All Pride, No Ego, former CEO, retail and media veteran, and current partner at Archer Gray, contains multitudes. Jim, Jimmy, James, and JD are just some of the names he's been called and all are a part of who he is as a successful executive who has faced personal and professional challenges on the way to finding his authentic self. In our conversation we cover how Jim integrated his many aspects, the advice he'd give to his younger self, how to test for critical leadership skills, found family at work, queer aging, and so much more. Jim may be a complicated unicorn, but that's given him a lot of wisdom to share!
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Guest Biography
Jim Fielding is a respected retail and media industry veteran whose expertise combines storytelling, product innovation, merchandising, and consumer experiences. Jim currently serves as a partner at Archer Gray, an independent media company, and president of its Co-Lab Division. Having led consumer products groups at the world’s largest media companies, including Disney, Dreamworks, and Twentieth Century Fox, and served as CEO of Claire’s Stores, Inc. Jim has built diverse cultures and visionary teams that excelled in competitive global markets. An active community leader and philanthropist, Jim serves on the board of directors for the Indiana University Foundation and was a founding member of the Dean’s Council for the Hamilton Lugar Global and International School. Jim is a founder of the Queer Philanthropy Circle, the nation’s premier fundraising and advocacy group for the queer community. He also participates in the Women’s Philanthropic Leadership Circle and the Black Philanthropy Circle. Jim has served as a board member for GLSEN, Make-A-Wish International, and American Red Cross, as well as an executive-in-residence for IU Ventures and Indiana University’s Office of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. He has endowed several scholarships at IU to support overseas study, international internships, and advocacy leadership training. Jim is the author of All Pride, No Ego (Wiley, Aug 2023), and is committed to safe and authentic spaces for all individuals. He lives in Atlanta with his partner, Joseph, and their dogs, Cricket and Olive. |
Show Notes
Season 2, Episode 12 
Credits
Guest: Jim Fielding Host: Liz Cavallaro Host: Bree Fram Audio: Frieda Garcia |