Jim Goethe
About Jim Goethe
Jim Goethe serves as the Director of Business Development at Pinnacle Financial Strategies in Houston, Texas, where he has worked since 2019. He holds a Bachelor's Degree from Mercer University and has over 30 years of experience in the financial services industry, specializing in sales strategies for financial institutions.
Work at Pinnacle Financial Strategies
Jim Goethe has served as the Director of Business Development at Pinnacle Financial Strategies since 2019. In this role, he has focused on expanding the company's business development efforts in the Houston, Texas area. His responsibilities include implementing sales strategies tailored for financial institutions, particularly in the areas of overdraft protection and debit card optimization.
Education and Expertise
Jim Goethe holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services from Mercer University - Stetson School of Business and Economics, where he studied from 1984 to 1986. He also earned an Associate’s Degree in the same field from State College of Florida-Manatee-Sarasota, studying from 1982 to 1984. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his extensive experience in the financial services industry.
Background
Before joining Pinnacle Financial Strategies, Jim Goethe accumulated significant experience in various sales roles. He worked at NCR Corporation as a Sales Representative from 1986 to 1994 and then transitioned to Jack Henry Banking, where he served as a Senior Account Executive until his retirement in 2018. Additionally, he was a Sales Representative at Reynolds and Reynolds Company from 1993 to 1995. His diverse background has contributed to his expertise in the financial sector.
Achievements
Throughout his career, Jim Goethe has developed a specialization in sales strategies for financial institutions. He has focused on optimizing debit card programs for banks and credit unions, demonstrating a commitment to enhancing financial services. His efforts have been instrumental in driving business development initiatives in the Houston area since he joined Pinnacle Financial Strategies.