Jim Foster, JD, serves as Director of Tax at ABGi USA, where he leads the firm’s strategic delivery of incentive solutions. With nearly two decades of experience in tax law, Jim is recognized for his legal and technical mastery, ability to drive internal and external value, and audit defense success and relationship-build with the IRS.
Throughout his career, Jim has built high-impact incentive portfolios and led tax credit initiatives for Fortune 500 firms, international enterprises, and mid-market businesses. He has designed and launched new service lines, served as a subject matter expert and trainer during significant legislative shifts, and successfully defended complex cases through both federal and state audits.
Before joining ABGi, Jim held senior roles at several national consulting firms, where he led tax incentives departments, developed technical guidance programs, and helped build large-scale tax credit initiatives that generated more than $1 billion. He began his tax career at a public accounting firm, where he helped the business advance and maintain double-digit growth while gaining hands-on experience supporting small business success.
Known for his coaching-first leadership style, Jim emphasizes team development, mentorship, and practical training to cultivate strong, capable tax professionals. His guiding mantra: helping clients achieve their financial and tax goals through excellent and timely service.
Jim received his Bachelor of Science in Political Science from Texas A&M University and his Juris Doctor from South Texas College of Law Houston. He is a licensed attorney in the State of Texas.
