Paul Jacques
Los Angeles,CA
Summary
Accomplished leader with expertise in strategic planning and operational efficiency. As President of The Rotary Club of Los Angeles-LA5, revitalized committees and led a $10.7 million Foundation. Recognized for exceptional stakeholder engagement and change management, transforming DSI Luxury Technology from deficit to profitability. Skilled in board governance and public speaking. Strategic business professional experienced in impacting business direction with successful leadership decisions. Talented at providing key plan development and implementation. Veteran creator of successful business plans and strategic development initiatives. Dynamic nonprofit leader with a proven track record in strategic planning and stakeholder engagement. Recognized for steering impactful initiatives and fostering community relationships to enhance organizational effectiveness.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
President
The Rotary Club of Los Angeles-LA5
01.2025 - Current
- As President of the premier Rotary Club in Los Angeles, I lead a $10.7 million Foundation allocating over $440,000 annually for four-year and vocational scholarships and $80,000 in community grants
- Manage all operational aspects including program leadership, marketing, and communications.
- Chair the Board of Directors and serve on the Foundation Board, revitalizing committees and setting strategic goals
- Lead a $10.7 million Foundation managing scholarships and community grants
- Oversee all operational, marketing, and communication activities
- Chair Board of Directors and serve on Foundation Board, revitalizing committees
- Develop and report professional goals regularly to board members
- Manage stakeholder engagement and foster community relationships
- Recognized in Los Angeles Magazine as a 'Man of Merit' for leadership contributions
Principal
Paul Jacques Consulting
01.2018 - Current
- Consulting specializing in nonprofit Board Development and Board Governance including work with Solheim Senior Community, Heaven on Earth Animal Society, and the Transnational Space Alliance Exposition.
- Advise nonprofit clients on governance best practices and strategic planning
- Support board self-assessment and development initiatives
- Enhance organizational effectiveness through operational and leadership consulting
Board Chair
Solheim Senior Community
01.2016 - 01.2020
- Led board meetings to discuss strategic direction and community impact.
- Collaborated with senior management to develop policies and governance frameworks.
- Engaged stakeholders to foster partnerships and support community initiatives.
- Oversaw financial planning and budgeting processes for organizational sustainability.
Director of Operations
DSI Luxury Technology
01.2017 - 01.2018
- Managed daily operations for a luxury home theater and automation company.
- Transformed company from $300,000 deficit to profitability within 10 months
- Improved operational efficiency and team leadership
- Developed and implemented strategic operational plans
Chief Information and Infrastructure Officer
American Film Institute
01.2017 - 01.2018
- Virtual and Physical Campus Infrastructure leader for the number 1 film school in the world
- Led a $9 million capital improvement project upgrading physical and virtual infrastructure.
- Directed IT, Plant Operations, Facilities, and Security departments
- Developed and implemented a Strategic Technology Plan
- Renovated campus theaters including the AFI Silver Theater
- Managed budgets and ensured compliance with financial and operational policies
Education
MBA - Business Administration
Pepperdine Graziadio Business School
01.2012
BA - English
The University of Southern California
01.1988
Skills
- Strategic planning and operational efficiency
- Non-profit management and fundraising
- Public speaking and stakeholder engagement
- Board governance and project management
- Financial analysis and crisis management
- Change management and team leadership
- Marketing strategies and networking skills
Accomplishments
Featured in Los Angeles Magazine November 2025 as a Man of Merit
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
President
The Rotary Club of Los Angeles-LA5
01.2025 - Current
Principal
Paul Jacques Consulting
01.2018 - Current
Director of Operations
DSI Luxury Technology
01.2017 - 01.2018
Chief Information and Infrastructure Officer
American Film Institute
01.2017 - 01.2018
Board Chair
Solheim Senior Community
01.2016 - 01.2020
MBA - Business Administration
Pepperdine Graziadio Business School
BA - English
The University of Southern California