Jim Brown holds a Bachelor of Science degree from the U.S. Air Force Academy, an MBA from Harvard Business School, and is a Chartered Financial Analyst. His career progression includes being an Air Force pilot, airline pilot, financial analyst, investment group director, and CEO. He has 40 years of experience as a securities analyst and portfolio manager. Formerly, he was the President and CEO of the Ayn Rand Institute and served on its board of directors for six years, retiring in 2023. He currently serves on the Board of Directors for Monetary Metals & Co, the Board of Advisors for the Brandes Institute, and the Board of Advisors for Reliance College. Jim and his wife, Kathy, operate their family office from their home in Jackson Hole, Wyoming.