Joining BCI in 2016, Jim has grown the Private Equity program from 7.3 billion dollars in assets under management to 21.8 billion, while building a talented team of 45 investment and operating professionals. BCI Private Equity maintains an active governance approach across their Direct Investment portfolio. Jim serves as a Board Director for both Refresco Group and Hayfin Capital Management, allowing him to continue collaboration with management teams on strategic, operational, and financial decisions. In addition, Jim’s board involvement ensures alignment with BCI’s ESG principles, responsible investing approach, and commitment to diversity and inclusion. Jim’s focus is on growing the Private Equity program’s total fund exposure, increasing direct and co-sponsor deals, and extending the program’s global reach. BCI’s Private Equity program is a significant contributor to the corporation’s total managed assets of $199.6 billion, making BCI one of Canada's largest institutional investors.