Jim Kimbel

Jim Kimbel is the CEO and Investment Manager at The Investment Collective, a role he has held since April 2018. Based in Petaluma, California, he leads an invitation-only group of early-stage investors focused on mentoring and investing in seed-stage businesses, particularly in historically underfunded areas. His innovative approach to early-stage investing aims to enhance financial performance and leverage the expertise of senior business executives within the collective to address business gaps for portfolio companies.1

Professional Background

• The Investment Collective (2018 - Present): Kimbel launched and manages a rolling syndicate of investors. He is involved in advising on capital allocation, supply chain management, and fundraising strategies, among other responsibilities.
• Acumen Consulting Group (2012 - 2018): As CEO, he provided advisory services for growing companies and supported mergers and acquisitions.
• General Motors (2004 - 2009): Kimbel served in various finance roles, including CFO of Powertrain Outside Sales, where he managed an $800 million business segment and led significant financial initiatives.

Key Achievements

• Developed a unique investment structure for early-stage companies.
• Successfully negotiated investment terms and managed relationships with portfolio companies.
• Played a crucial role in the first outside investment for Bloomscape, an e-commerce business based in Detroit.1

Kimbel's extensive experience in finance and leadership within Fortune 500 companies underscores his expertise in guiding emerging businesses towards growth and success.