Corporate Advisor · Keynote Speaker · Business Acquirer
The Strategist Who Has Actually Done It
Jim Means has built, acquired, and sold companies across 12 industries — from oil wells to yacht clubs. He trained alongside Zig Ziglar, helped found the National Speakers Association, and has advised executives across 300+ industries for over 30 years.
300+
Industries Served
12
Companies Built
30+
Years Advising
$24KKeynote Fee
Trusted ByBaker Oil ToolsOccidental PetroleumValley National BankAmerican Red CrossUS Postal ServiceSMUZebcoBrowning Ferris
What Jim Does
Three Ways to Work with Jim Means
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Keynote Speaking
Jim delivers high-energy, story-driven keynotes that change how audiences think about sales, marketing, and leadership. He has spoken at prestigious universities, Fortune 500 events, and industry associations nationwide.
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Breakthrough Consulting
A proprietary strategic growth process for CEOs who want to double revenue, profitability, or market share. Jim takes no fee unless he generates new net profits — his success is tied directly to yours.
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Business Acquisition Advisory
Drawing on a lifetime of acquiring and operating businesses, Jim advises owners looking to buy hotels, real estate, distribution companies, and dealerships — providing operator-level due diligence others can't match.
The Jim Means Story
"When the money is on the line and losing is not an option — Jim Means gets the call."
Jim's credibility isn't theoretical. He has founded a submarine manufacturing company that made national news, operated over 100 oil and gas wells across Oklahoma and Texas, ran the second-largest coal mining operation in Oklahoma, and managed a Newport Beach Yacht Club.
He co-founded the Zigmanship Institute of America with Zig Ziglar — the organization that became Zig Ziglar, Inc., one of the world's largest sales training firms. Cavett Robert personally recruited Jim to help build what is now the National Speakers Association, with chapters worldwide.
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U.S. Presidents Advised
4,000+
NSA Members Today
500+
Companies Consulted
35+
Years of Experience
Companies Jim Has Built & Run
Oil & Gas Production
100+ wells across Oklahoma & Texas
Newport Beach Yacht Club
Hospitality & real estate
Electronic Control Devices
Manufacturing
Agriculture Irrigation
Equipment for 3rd world countries
Coal Mining
2nd largest operation in Oklahoma
Investment Banking
Financial services
Client Testimonials
What Leaders Say
Jim worked with our people to improve our Total Quality Management program. The workshops dramatically improved productivity through more effective interaction. His work has been a true value added to our team.
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Rex Wilson
General Manager, Baker Oil Tools
Your work has been a revelation to me. I learned a lot about my managerial style — and you showed our engineers how to communicate to get results. Our work effectiveness has skyrocketed.
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Steve Pembleton
Engineering Chief, HNTB
To put in a letter the total impact you have had on our company is virtually impossible. Your ideas and methods are so practical and effective. You rate as high as possible in our book.
