Born and raised in the Bay Area before moving to the Sierras, Jim Salegui 's commitment to community was instilled early on by his loving parents, both of whom were public school teachers. Growing up, Jim especially enjoyed his baseball, soccer, and basketball teams coached by his father, an Army veteran of the Korean War.

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​Professionally, Jim graduated summa cum laude from California State University, Stanislaus with dual degrees in Liberal Studies and Business Administration with an emphasis on International Business. Since 2008, Jim has worked in the financial industry providing banking and investment advice to Bay Area, Central Valley, and North State community members.  Through his experience developing financial plans for retirees, helping young families prepare for their child’s education, ensuring a farmer’s money is safe and secure, and guiding young workers with financial roadmaps to achieve life goals, Jim has established a track record of working hard to meet the unique needs of his clients regardless of income level.