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About
Jim Fee

Jim Fee’s path as a business advisor started with his service in the U.S. Navy, flying on the P-3 Orion aircraft to hunt submarines. That experience taught him to look below the surface, work methodically, and rely on teamwork to achieve the mission.​

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Jim uses those same skills today to help business owners find hidden value and unlock growth. He brings disciplined systems, sharp attention to detail, and a willingness to tackle tough business challenges. Jim has helped leaders scale up, prepare for sale, improve profits, and strengthen their teams, earning respect for his integrity and accountability.​

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With an MBA and more than 40 years as an owner, investor, and advisor, Jim guides clients to make confident decisions and build stronger companies. His hands-on advice and tailored plans help move businesses from confusion to clarity, from stress to results—leading to growth, better systems, and successful exits.​

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Jim’s company, named for the P-3 Orion, reflects the same mission focus and dedication he showed in his military service. Through his proven approach, he delivers real transformation and lasting business value for every client.

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Jim Fee's Experience & Success

Transaction & Strategy Execution

  • Closed over 200 transactions totaling more than $50 billion in enterprise value.​

  • Developed and led execution of growth strategy through acquisitions, resulting in 161% revenue growth.​

  • Led cross-functional teams for strategic divestitures and acquisitions.​

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Industry Expertise & Innovation

  • Developed business plans and structured joint ventures for mobile financial services, including business model creation, initial capital raise, mobile banking, payment consortiums, and mobile shopping.​

  • Developed Specialty Finance Industry Group from start-up to one of the top three units in the industry, as measured by deals completed.​

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Leadership & Management Roles

  • Selected to start up, build the team, and manage a new corporate finance office in Kansas City.​

  • Elected President of the Sylvan Franchise Owners Association, negotiated new franchise agreement.​

  • President of the US Naval Academy Alumni Association Atlanta Chapter.​

  • President of the ACG Kansas City Chapter, served on the Board for 10 years, and started ACG Corporate Development Peer Group program.​

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Speaking Engagements

  • Guest speaker (3 occasions) at Marshall Business School, USC, on the future of mobile payments and secure transactions via mobile phones.​

  • Featured speaker at eOne Global Payments conference.​

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Professional & Civic Service

  • Served on Academy Nominating Committees for Congressman Newt Gingrich (Georgia) and Senator Sam Brownback (Kansas).​

  • University of Missouri – Graduate Institute of Cooperative Leadership.​

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Jim Fee attended the United States Naval Academy and served in the U.S. Navy, flying aboard P-3 Orion aircraft conducting anti-submarine warfare missions to locate and track submarines.

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