Jim Sprague
EDUCATION & BACKGROUND
Jim earned his B.B.A. from Bowling Green State University in 1982 and joined the WDW team in 1999 when Tischler, Beard, Wallace & CO., Ltd merged with WDW. A native of Ohio, he now lives in Sheffield with his wife Michele and their three children, Melissa, Samantha, and Sarah.
RESPONSIBILITIES AT WDW
As a partner, Jim has a leadership role in Firm decision-making and oversees the Practice Development Department.
SPECIALTY AREAS
Although Jim's areas of expertise involves clients in a wide variety of industries, he devotes a significant portion of his time servicing clients in the Construction, Real Estate, and Oil & Gas/Energy industries.
PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS
COMMUNITY OUTREACH
Jim is a member of the Elyria Country Club and is President of the Cardinal Band Boosters, a non-profit organization devoted to supporting the instrumental music program in his community's public school system. Jim has also volunteered for numerous community after-school programs.
BEHIND THE CREDENTIALS
Describe yourself in one word. Optimistic.
What is the best book you've ever read? I am not an avid reader, but I would say the Bible.
Describe the best vacation you've ever taken. A family vacation to Deep Creek Lake, Maryland. We did nothing but enjoy the beach, jet ski, water ski, and relax. Oh...and play a little golf!
If you could go anywhere in the world, where would it be? New Zealand. We are currently planning a trip for this fall.
What's your claim to fame? I love to sing and don't care who is listening. Music fills me and sometimes, I can't keep it in. My voice isn't the best, but the emotion and energy overflows to those around me.
What's the best musical you've even seen? South Pacific.
What one thing would most people find surprising about you? I was hit by a car twice in my childhood.
How do you unwind? Several ways. My wife and I enjoy walking, so we walk our neighborhood and stop along the way to talk with neighbors if they are outside. I also enjoy a nice outdoor fire pit, listening to music, having a drink or two with family and friends, playing corn hole, and (of course) playing golf!
