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Jim Apodaca

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In a world brimming with consultants, Jim Apodaca, president and founder of Apodaca Consulting, stands apart as a thought leader, strategist, and change agent. Armed with over 20 years of experience spanning fintech, healthcare, eCommerce, manufacturing, and government, Jim has mastered the art of guiding executive teams and organizations through transformative change, creating greater alignment and focus. His secret? A unique blend of OKRs (objectives and key results), agile transformation, AI, and a deep understanding on how to make organizational change smooth, effective, and lasting.

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Founded in 2020 and headquartered in Salt Lake City, Utah, Apodaca Consulting is more than a solutions provider—it’s a partner in evolution. Jim’s approach isn’t just about implementing frameworks; it’s about reshaping the DNA of organizations. By identifying process gaps and highlighting their impact on growth and delivery, Jim and his team don’t just fix problems—they future-proof businesses. 

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What sets Jim apart is his holistic perspective. “When I help a client implement OKRs or Scrum, I’m not just focused on the framework,” he says. “I’m looking at the organization as a whole—at the processes, the roles, and the structures that might be holding them back.” This deep dive often uncovers limitations that might otherwise go unnoticed, enabling companies to operate at peak efficiency. 

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Jim’s journey to consultancy wasn’t a conventional one. The first in his family to graduate from college, he earned his degree in information systems from the University of New Mexico and stacked his résumé over 20 years working with Fortune 100 organizations and growth stage start-ups. After two decades in the corporate world, building dreams for others, Jim took the bold leap of leaving a secure job to pursue his own vision. 

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That vision has paid off. Under his leadership, Apodaca Consulting has delivered strategic initiatives for projects ranging from $2 million to $10 million, transforming startups and enterprise organizations alike. While he works with multinational clients, Jim remains particularly passionate about startups. “I come from a startup background,” he shares. “I know how challenging it can be to scale without the right tools and strategies in place.” 

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At the heart of Jim’s philosophy is empathy. Implementing OKRs and Scrum isn’t just about better workflows; it’s about understanding how these changes impact employees and their roles. “We’re heavy on the change management side,” Jim explains. “We don’t just roll out a framework; we consider how it affects the entire company and its people.” 

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Jim’s ability to integrate strategy, execution, and change management has earned him a reputation as a true partner to his clients. His affinity for reinvention extends to his own life and career, as evidenced by his remarkable achievements: leaving the corporate grind, starting his consultancy, and continually refining his personal and professional brand. 

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With year-over-year growth driving Apodaca Consulting forward, Jim is proving that success isn’t just about solving problems—it’s about creating opportunities for sustainable transformation. His work is a testament to the power of vision, resilience, and a willingness to challenge the status quo.

 

In Jim Apodaca, the consulting world has found not just a strategist, but a trailblazer redefining what it means to help organizations thrive.

 

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Jim Apodaca
President & Founder
Apodaca Consulting
Website: https://www.apodacaconsulting.com
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jimapodaca/