COL James “Jim” G. Ivey ’73 graduated with a BS in building construction from Texas A&M and an MBA from the University of Houston and is a graduate of the Army Command and Staff College and the Duke University Advanced Management Program. Ivey was a member of Company L-1, a Ross Volunteer, and served on the 5th Battalion Staff as well as Town Hall and SCONA. He worked for 40 plus years in the energy industry, ultimately serving as CEO for J2R Energy, Pintail Oil and Gas, and Milagro Exploration. Ivey also had a 30-year career in the Army Reserve retiring as a COL. His service included a brigade command. His major awards included the Legion of Merit, Army Commendation Medal, and the de Fleury Medal. Ivey is a member of the Texas Aggie Corps of Cadets Association and the Ross Volunteer Association.