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CCP Speaker Series: Jim Fielding

March 20, 2025 @ 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Jim Fielding is a respected retail and media industry veteran whose expertise combines storytelling, product innovation, merchandising, and consumer experiences. Jim currently serves as a partner at Archer Gray, an independent media company, and president of its Co-Lab Division. Having led consumer products groups at the world’s largest media companies, including Disney, Dreamworks, and Twentieth Century Fox, Jim has built diverse cultures and visionary teams that excelled in competitive global markets. He served as president of Disney Stores Worldwide for four years, transforming its global consumer experience. He also served as CEO of Claire’s Stores, Inc., a leading jewelry and accessories retailer.

An active community leader and philanthropist, Jim is a founder of the Queer Philanthropy Circle, the nation’s premier fundraising and advocacy group for the queer community. He also participates in the Women’s Philanthropic Leadership Circle and the Black Philanthropy Circle. Jim has served as a board member for GLSEN, Make-A-Wish International, and American Red Cross, as well as an executive-in-residence for IU Ventures and Indiana University’s Office of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. He has endowed several scholarships at IU to support overseas study, international internships, and advocacy leadership training. As author of All Pride, No Ego (Wiley, Aug. 15, 2023), he is committed to safe and authentic spaces for all individuals.

Details

Date:
March 20, 2025
Time:
6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
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Website:
https://desmoinesperformingarts.org/events/ccp-jim-fielding-march/

Organizer

Capital City Pride
Phone
515-522-8228
Email
execdirector@capitalcitypride.org
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Other

Event Audience
Family Friendly, LGBTQ Parents, Teen, Young Adult, Gay Men, Bisexual Women, Lesbians, Trans & Non-Binary

Venue

Temple Theater
1011 Locust Street
Des Moines, IA 50309 United States
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Phone
(515) 246-2300
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