Jim Clugston brings over 15 years of experience transforming spaces and concepts into immersive consumer environments. With a foundation in architecture and a career that has evolved through roles in design, production, and brand marketing, Jim thrives on creating experiences that connect people to brands in meaningful ways. Most recently, as Director of Production for Nike NA Retail Design, he led program managers, producers, and creatives to execute store builds and marketing campaigns that seamlessly merged creativity and strategy.
Jim’s expertise lies in taking bold ideas from concept to execution—whether revitalizing community spaces, piloting pop-up retail concepts, or managing large-scale campaigns. His ability to synthesize creative, operationalize delivery goals, streamline processes, and foster collaboration ensures projects are delivered on time, on budget, and with purpose. From high-profile sports events to sustainable retail initiatives, Jim’s work leaves a lasting impact by balancing innovation with operational excellence.
Based in Portland, Jim is passionate about leading teams, building consumer-centric experiences, and pushing the boundaries of what retail and experiential design can achieve. He’s always open to conversations about new opportunities and creative collaborations.