Jim Liddle, with a background in aerospace leadership, joined Clemson University in 2015 following over two decades in the aerospace industry. He held a key position as division President at a division of Transdigm, a manufacturer of highly engineered aerospace components. He holds degrees in Mechanical Engineering and Business Administration. His expertise spans leadership, business strategy, operations, purchasing, quality management, and negotiation. Mr. Liddle played pivotal roles in multiple M&A due diligence processes and successfully relocated an aviation ignition system business to South Carolina. He’s been a member of multiple boards including the Aviation Distributors and Manufacturers Association and the YMCA of Pickens County, SC. He currently serves on the Board of Registration and Elections of Pickens County, SC and the Advocacy and Engagement Board for the Powers College of Business at Clemson University.