About
Jim Tracy is the "Curator of Culture"! He brings a unique perspective to your event from deep multi-generational life experience. His actionable and entertaining keynotes combine deep study, tale telling, yarn spinning, and real-life empathy that helps organizations recruit, retain and recognize top talent. Tracy then inspires us how to construct them into teams that exceed expectations. Audiences will leave fueled, empowered, and fortified with the tools needed to earn trust, eliminate friction, and generate a code of cooperative mentorship.
Your keynote speaker a communicator who is gifted with the art of lively conversation Jim has led teams in from multi-national corporate enterprises to startups. His considerable C-Suite experience has led him to share as an award-winning author, host of the popular “The Grampion” podcast, virtual presenter and high demand motivational speaker. He engages your audience before, during and after presentations with the human connection that only comes with experience.
Jim was inducted into the Wireless History Foundation’s 2021 Class of the Wireless Hall of Fame; he received the 2022 Bill Carlson Lifetime Service Award and was named a 2024 ICON of Idaho Business. He has testified before the US Congress and was trained by Fighter Pilots. He has built multiple businesses both with family and private equity within the real estate and infrastructure industries. Tracy successfully launched, grew and exited several businesses through mergers and acquisition. Jim has a heart for vulnerable people and families and has founded, led and helped shape multiple 501(c)3 nonprofits using his faith based, wireless and aviation networks.
Featured Work
Building Men, Character Lessons From Influencers

Building Men is a collection of life lessons offering clear, practical insights into shaping strong, principled young men for the next generation.
What defines the making of a man?
Jim Tracy didn’t just establish multi-million-dollar family-owned businesses from his humble garage; he, alongside his family, embodied the American Dream. Jim attributes this success to the mentors who helped shape him into the entrepreneur and Hall of Fame inductee he is today.
In Building Men, Jim explores the essence of true character building, sharing stories of pivotal figures who influenced his business acumen, integrity, and leadership. He offers invaluable insights for anyone looking to guide young men toward becoming conscientious individuals who consistently make wise decisions.
From lessons learned from his grandfather to the principles he instills in his grandchildren, Jim provides a roadmap for raising young men in our complex modern world, offering a wealth of inspiration and practical advice.