Who are you?

James (Jim) Hanna was born in San Antonio, Texas, into an Air Force family.  Leading to living in a variety of locations, including England and France.  Ultimately settling in Dover, Delaware. Upon graduating from the US Naval Academy, he began his seagoing career in the Atlantic Fleet Destroyer Force.  Jim served on a variety of assignments, including multiple commands at sea and leading a Destroyer Squadron in the Middle East.  He also attended Naval Postgraduate School, where he earned an M.S. in Physical Oceanography.

After retiring from the Navy and following time on Presidential Commissions on Infrastructure, Jim joined a global Strategic Management consulting firm, remaining for nearly a decade.  Jim is happily retired, although recently he was lured back into the work force as a Strategic Advisor to a Washington DC firm.  Jim is a proud husband, father, and grandfather who enjoys spending time with his family, traveling, camping, backpacking, and exploring the Maryland outdoors.  He lives in Roland Park with his wife.  He has three sons who are also Society members.

What do you like about SGSB?

For Jim and his family, SGSB provides a wonderful way to celebrate their heritage together.  It offers a range of events, from formal gatherings to casual family-friendly activities, allowing members to connect over their shared cultural background.  He particularly enjoys the camaraderie among members, who range from individuals whose ancestors arrived in the earliest colonial days to recent British expatriates.  “I, along with my family, enjoy the easy conviviality of socializing with a variety of people brought together by our shared cultural heritage.  We are from all walks of life with a wide range of experiences, but we share this unique bond.  I am an American of British descent. I am proud of both.”