Jim Thompson joined The Center for Pursuit as Director of Business Development in 2018. During his tenure he has overseen our Adult Training and Employment Services program, the admissions department, the Dental Clinic, and now as Director of Pursuit Enterprises, oversees the retail product services areas. These include Aspire Accessories, Gingersnaps, Etc., and Cullen Caners. Jim came to The Center from Goodwill Industries of Houston, where he served as the Director of Operations for 16 years. Prior to that position, he spent ten years at Fairmont Vocational Center/Special Texas Homes, an ICF & HCS private provider, serving as the Executive Director for last two of those years. Additionally, Jim attended the University of Houston and proudly served in the United States Navy.