James Gilson

James Gilson has worked with multiple portfolio companies since joining Banyan Ventures in 2012.
As a senior member of the finance and accounting team, James’s efforts have been focused on insurance, debt instruments, accounting period closes, and Human Resources.
In addition to accounting, James is currently acting in a senior operational role at Western Peaks Logistics and Palo Verde.
Prior to joining Banyan, James was the Production Manager at VMI Nutrition, a contract manufacturing firm, where he managed more than 200 employees.
He holds a bachelor’s degree in accounting from Westminster College and an MBA from the University of Utah.
James lives in Salt Lake City with his wife Jennifer and has two children.