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Jim Haist
Senior Vice President, Group Account Director
Leadership
Alma Mater:
Purdue University
Most admired brand:
Apple. Not the Mac-vs.-PC thing, but their pioneering leadership in design and innovation. From the design of their products to the interface, packaging, stores and online presence, they are innovative, the epitome of quality and consistent.
Favorite Book:
Everything from Tom Clancy or Vince Flynn
Favorite Movie:
I really laughed at Fargo and Kill Bill
Personal Hero:
My sons for their decisions and passion, my father for being an incredible role model and Tony Filipelli for guidance in my decisions
Passions:
Family, Sailing
Jim Haist brings more than 20 years of account management experience to his role as senior vice president, group account supervisor. Jim is responsible for all aspects of work with Besser, Caterpillar Inc., GROWMARK, Inc., Sandvik Mining and Construction, and Valley Irrigation, including strategic planning, day-to-day client counsel and management.
Prior to joining Rhea + Kaiser, Jim was a product manager at White Farm Equipment Co. His work there included planting, tillage equipment and tractors. In addition, he managed product promotion, trade shows, dealer meetings and product development.
Jim is actively involved in leadership of the National Agri-Marketing Association (NAMA), and serves as a key R+K liaison to Worldwide Partners, the world’s largest network of independent communications agencies.