GABA Team Spotlight: Jim Jiao
Jim Jiao, Member-at-Large and former Vice Chair SoCal, has spent over 40 years bridging German-American business. In this spotlight, he shares insights on collaboration, lifelong learning, and managing transatlantic investments.
Please tell us something about yourself and what you do!
Jim Jiao, Member-at-Large, Former Vice Chair SoCal and Regional Chair San Diego
I have over 40 years of experience building academic and professional bridges in German-American business, both in Germany and the U.S. I currently live and work in both countries, managing clients and their investments on both sides of the Atlantic.
What’s a fun fact about you?
I’m a commercial pilot and participate in emergency services missions with the U.S. Air Force Auxiliary.
What’s your most memorable experience with GABA so far?
One of my most memorable experiences with GABA was creating the pandemic-era virtual series Living a Double Life and seeing how many people joined and engaged with it.
What are you passionate about?
I’m passionate about lifelong learning and collaboration, which is why GABA’s mission of sharing knowledge, expanding connections, and gaining insights really resonates with me.