Q. James Tompkins
About Q. James Tompkins
Q. James Tompkins serves as the Senior Vice President of Partnerships, Mergers & Acquisitions at Kaufman Hall, where he has worked since 2022. He has extensive experience in corporate finance and strategic growth, having held various roles at BMO Capital Markets, UnityPoint Health, and U.S. Bancorp Investments.
Current Role at Kaufman Hall
Q. James Tompkins serves as the Senior Vice President of Partnerships, Mergers & Acquisitions at Kaufman Hall. He has held this position since 2022, contributing to the firm's strategic initiatives in the Greater Chicago Area. His role involves overseeing partnership strategies and managing mergers and acquisitions, focusing on enhancing the company's market position.
Previous Experience at Kaufman Hall
Prior to his current role, Tompkins held multiple positions at Kaufman Hall. He served as Vice President of Partnerships, Mergers & Acquisitions from 2018 to 2022 and as Assistant Vice President in the same department from 2016 to 2017. Additionally, he was a Senior Associate in the same area from 2014 to 2015. His tenure at Kaufman Hall has spanned several years and various roles, reflecting his expertise in the field.
Experience at BMO Capital Markets
Tompkins began his career at BMO Capital Markets, where he worked as an Analyst in Corporate Lending from 2008 to 2011. He later transitioned to an Associate role in the same department for one month in 2011. His experience at BMO Capital Markets provided him with foundational skills in corporate finance and lending.
Background in Health Sector
Tompkins also has experience in the healthcare sector, having worked at UnityPoint Health as a Market Planning Analyst for Strategic Growth from 2017 to 2018. This role involved analyzing market trends and supporting strategic initiatives within the organization, further diversifying his professional background.
Education and Academic Background
Q. James Tompkins earned a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) in Finance from The University of Iowa Tippie College of Business, completing his studies from 2005 to 2008. His academic background laid the groundwork for his career in finance and strategic business development.