JAMES H. QUIGLEY | The National Summit

JAMES H. QUIGLEY
Global CEO
Deloitte Touche Tohmatsu

Jim is actively engaged in a number of international business organizations and committees, each working to help shape the policies for a successful and sustainable global economy. He is U.S. co-chairman of the TransAtlantic Business Dialogue (TABD) and a member of the board of trustees of the U.S. Council for International Business (USCIB) and the German Marshall Fund of the United States. He is also a member of the Council on Competitiveness, and served on the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission Advisory Committee on Improvements to Financial Reporting (CIFiR).

Jim is regularly asked to join discussion panels to share his perspective on global business trends and potential challenges at such events as the annual World Economic Forum in Davos, the annual Boao Forum for Asia, and the annual German Marshall Fund Brussels Forum. Jim is involved in various business and community groups in the United States, including the board of the Financial Accounting Foundation, Japan Society, and The Economic Club of New York. His memberships include the Business Roundtable and the National Advisory Committee – Brigham Young University.

Jim is a past member of the task force on the role and mission for the United Way of Tri-State, USA (Connecticut/New Jersey/New York) and a former board member of Catalyst, the Center for Audit Quality, U.S. Chamber of Commerce, and Junior Achievement of New York City. He also has served on numerous committees of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants.

Jim received his Bachelor of Science degree from Utah State University as well as an honorary degree of Doctor of Business. He also was awarded an honorary degree of Doctor of Commercial Science from Bentley College in Waltham, Massachusetts.

Panelist Perspective

Mr. Quigley will serve as a panelist for the “Innovation and Talent Management” Town Hall for the Manufacturing Discipline.

It’s extremely important for the United States to have a robust manufacturing base – including a vibrant domestic auto industry – both for our economic prosperity and national security. Driving innovation and effectively managing talent are keys to the future success of U.S. manufacturing. We need a clear vision, strong national leadership, and concerted collective action on the part of all stakeholders in the private and public sectors to make progress in the years ahead.

Fortunately, there are impressive growth opportunities available for innovative automakers and other manufacturers in eco-friendly segments such as fuel-efficient vehicles, solar panels, wind turbines, and high-speed rail. Manufacturers and other stakeholders should work together to enhance the image of manufacturing as a career choice to make it more appealing to a new generation. The nation also must address the looming skills gap by increasing the supply of employees with expertise in math, science, and engineering. The best talent will be attracted to innovative high-tech industries with exciting, financially rewarding career opportunities that demand cutting-edge skills.