Jim Manis

Chairman & CEO, Mobile Giving Foundation

 

 

Jim has over 25 years of experience in developing international markets for technology based companies, advocating the advancement of wireless technology and promoting the mobile Internet on a global scale.  He has been a primary leader in developing the mobile channel for the direct to consumer business and its use for interaction between brand and consumer.  Jim was responsible for the first use of mobile giving in response to relief efforts for the Asian tsunami and Katrina as SVP of m-Qube, Inc.  Jim founded the Mobile Giving Foundation in the 4th quarter of 2007 with the support of other leaders from the wireless and non profit communities to pioneer the use of the mobile channel for charitable giving. Keep a Child Alive raised $450,000 using Mobile Giving Foundation's technology when Alicia Keys performed on American Idol and requested viewers to text a donation.

 

In addition to his work with the Mobile Giving Foundation, Jim leads the consulting and venture catalyst company of 1024 Wireless Services, and provides strategic direction for its clients in the mobile space.  Prior to 1024 Wireless Services, Jim was a member of the founding executive team for m-Qube, Inc where he was responsible for developing and maintaining relationships with their extensive list of carrier partners, securing m-Qube’s position as the market leader for enabling technology-based companies, and advancing the growth and financial success of the industry. M-Qube was acquired by VeriSign in 2006 where Jim continued his responsibilities until March of 2007.  Prior to joining m-Qube, Jim held senior leadership positions with Openwave Systems, Software.com, @mobile.com, the Universal Wireless Communications Consortium, WestBridge International and the International Trade Administration. 

 

Known for his collaborative and inclusive style, Manis re-established the Mobile Marketing Association (MMA) in 2003 and served as its Global Chairman through 2006, he is a past member of the Wireless Internet Caucus Leadership Council, and is an advisor to a number of mobile related companies.   He holds a Masters degree from the University of Washington and an undergraduate degree from Illinois State University.