James Knell (Santa Barbara)

Santa Barbara, California United States

Chairman

RealEstate

Based in Santa Barbara, California, chairman of the SIMA group of companies James Knell leads the real estate investment and management enterprises SIMA Corporation, SIMA Management Corporation, and SIMA Hospitality, as well as the fitness center chain Swell Athletic Clubs. Under his leadership, SIMA has developed an expansive portfolio since its founding in 1984, with approximately $400 million of commercial, retail, hospitality, and residential properties in six states.