Management Team
James C. Jones: Executive Director
HOMETOWN Clearwater, FL
BACKGROUND Economics/MBA
About Jimmy
Jimmy is an MBA graduate from the Monterey Institute of International Studies and also holds a Bachelors of Science degree in Economics from Florida State University.
Prior to co-founding BanyanSeed, he was in charge of launching and managing the new pricing strategy division of Interline Brands, a leading global direct marketer and distributor of MRO products. He brings a wealth of knowledge and experience, having also worked extensively in Corporate Finance for companies like CSX and Citi Bank.
Driven by an entrepreneurial spirit, he is passionate about green development and sustainability.
Contact: jjones@banyanseed.org
Ravi Kurani: Director of Global Supply Chain
HOMETOWN Riverside, CA
BACKGROUND Mechanical Engineer/MBA
About Ravi
Ravi graduated from the University of California, Riverside with a Bachelors of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering. He is currently an MBA candidate at the Monterey Institute of International Studies for International Business.
He has a passion for helping developing countries and through his work with BanyanSeed hopes to alleviate many of their most pressing energy problems. He has volunteered in South America numerous times. Ravi is a member of Rotary International and has raised over $10,000 for the eradication of Polio.
Contact: rkurani@banyanseed.org
Chris Maceyko: Director of Product Development
HOMETOWN Poway, CA
BACKGROUND Mechanical Engineer
About Chris
Chris graduated from the University of California, Riverside with a Bachelors of Science Degree in Mechanical Engineering. Chris has worked in the aerospace industry where he gained experience working with environmentally friendly materials. He is interested in the design and construction of solar and renewable energy systems.
Contact: cmaceyko@banyanseed.org
Grey Frandsen: Policy Advisor
HOMETOWN Riverside, CA
BACKGROUND Economics/MPA
About Grey
Grey is a local of Riverside, CA. He served two U.S. Secretaries of State with distinction in the wake of 9-11, was a Foreign Policy Advisor to a U.S. Senator, and is now CEO and co-owner of a local company based in Riverside. A product of public schools and a long line of public servants, Grey brings a pragmatic, collaborative approach to BanyanSeed.