Jim Knell, Santa Barbara
Pursuing Real Estate Transactions in Santa Barbara
James P. Knell is a respected presence in the Southern California business community who seeks out distressed real estate and oversees portfolio management and leasing operations. Also guiding Swell Athletic Clubs through the SIMA umbrella of companies, Jim Knell owns and manages a number of residential properties in the Santa Barbara area and beyond.
Mr. Knell excels in sourcing distressed commercial and retail properties that are ideal for rehabilitation. He assesses operating and capital requirements in tandem with investment groups with which he has long-term business relations. Evaluating operating costs against actual performance, he oversees the strategic implementation of capital expenditures. Any challenges to an investment outcome are identified as soon as possible through a comprehensive risk rating system.
In implementing portfolio and asset business plans, Mr. Knell maintains a strong focus on optimal pathways within verticals that include office, industrial, multi-family, and retail. His range of responsibility extends to cash management and treasury functions, and he ensures that all regulatory compliance is strictly maintained.
Santa Barbara, CA, US
Experience
Jun 1, 1984 - Present
Chairman/ Founder
SIMA Corporation
James P. Knell founded SIMA Corporation in 1984 and has over 40 years of real estate industry experience.
As Chairman of the SIMA umbrella of companies that includes SIMA Corporation, SIMA Management Corporation and Swell Athletic Clubs, he has steadily and prudently grown the portfolio of assets and companies to the benefit of his investors and to better serve the community.
