Forge Institute accelerates its commitment to our nation's
cyber defenders by adding national experts Daniel Ross and Jim
Schnoes to leadership roles.
Key Facts
- Jim Schnoes, a career
investment/commercial banker and financial executive, has been
named Chief Financial & Compliance Officer.
- Daniel Ross, a dynamic
non-profit and education leader, has been named Chief Growth
Officer for Forge Institute.
- Daniel Ross as Chief Growth
Officer and Jim Schnoes as Chief
Finance Officer will be the driving force behind Forge Institute's
vision of becoming a national cybersecurity and education industry
leader.
LITTLE ROCK, Ark., June 18, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Forge Institute has
named new officers to its leadership team. Daniel Ross is the new Chief Growth Officer and
Jim Schnoes will serve as the Chief
Financial & Compliance Officer.
Forge Institute, committed to our nation's
cyber defense, adds Daniel Ross and
Jim Schnoes to leadership.
Jim Schnoes, a distinguished
financial executive, brings his hands-on approach to the role of
CFO at Forge Institute. Jim has built a career in commercial and
investment banking, and finance, specializing in transportation and
logistics, banking, and consulting. Jim's focus on solid
administrative and operational processes and federal government
compliance will permit Forge Institute to effectively scale while
extending world class services to our partners.
Jim's expertise in financial management comes from his time as a
commercial banker and later as Treasurer at J.B. Hunt Transport
Services, Inc., during its period of significant expansion. His
turn-around of Little Rock's
OneBanc provided considerable regional recognition. His experience
encompasses roles in the C-Suite for startups, business
revitalizations, capital raising, venture capital financing, and
mergers and acquisitions, as well as serving on various boards. Jim
was Arkansas Business' CFO of the Year in 2016.
Lee Watson shared, "We are
excited to announce Jim as our Chief Financial & Compliance
Officer at Forge Institute. Jim's proven track record in finance
and in steering significant industry expansions will be
instrumental as we navigate the complexities of fast growth and
expansion. His commitment to operational excellence and his vision
for scaling and delivering on collaborative, compliance-focused
world-class services aligns perfectly with our mission as we
advance cybersecurity solutions."
Daniel Ross joins Forge Institute
after a successful tenure at Blackbaud, where he served as a Senior
Account Executive, consistently surpassing revenue targets. Ross
emphasizes a simple yet powerful professional mantra: "Human First.
Better Together." He prioritizes collaboration over self-promotion
and believes in the strength of meaningful relationships. With a
career spanning non-profit and corporate sectors, Daniel Ross is dedicated to creating immersive
educational experiences and expanding Forge Institute's national
presence.
"Daniel is a seasoned professional who has transitioned
seamlessly between non-profit leadership, entrepreneurship, and
corporate growth," said Lee Watson,
Forge Institute Chairman & CEO. "His extensive experience and
unwavering passion for education have culminated in his current
role as the Chief Growth Officer here at Forge Institute, where he
leads the charge in shaping the future of professional development
training for cyber defenders across the country."
Both Daniel and Jim will contribute to Forge Institute's vision
of expanding and becoming a national leader in the cybersecurity
and education industry.
About Forge Institute
Forge Institute is the nation's leader in advancing cyber and
emerging technology capabilities through innovative partnerships
across the public and private sectors. We support industry,
critical infrastructure, federal, state and local governments and
the national defense community through a unified and collaborative
strategy. Our three pillars—Workforce Development, Innovation, and
Resiliency—drive our mission to stay "Forever One Step Ahead" in
the fight against cyber threats. For more information,
visit Forge Institute.
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