Jim has had a long career in the horticultural industry and, as well as being a world-renowned Alpine plant expert, he has also operated a successful nursery, specializing in Alpine and Woodland plants as well as exhibiting at the very highest level.
Jim currently serves as a committee member on the RHS Joint Rock committee along with his role as a Trustee of the Merlin Trust. He has recently joined the Charity Trellis as one of the Board of Directors. He is currently a Horticultural Consultant with J&A Consultancy, based in Haddington, East Lothian.