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James G. Krell

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CRD#: 2963779
JK

Professional summary


Being a previously registered professional could mean that this person is no longer operating under the supervision of the SEC or FINRA.

That means that the Securities and Exchange Commission may not be able to oversee the services that this specific professional is providing.

James Gentle Krell, who also goes by James G Krell, James Gentle Krell, Jim Krell, was a registered financial professional .

James is a previously registered financial professional and started their career in finance in 1998. James had worked at 16 firms and has passed the Series 66, Series 65, Series 63, Series 6TO, Series 7TO, Series 7 and Series 24 exams.

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Question & Answer


Are you a "fiduciary"?
No

Aliases


James G Krell | James Gentle Krell | Jim Krell

Other business activities


Outside business activity is any business or activity undertaken by an advisor that is outside the scope of their relationship with their firm (e.g., consulting services, real estate, freelance work, teaching, etc.). Investors should stay informed about these activities to ensure no conflicts of interest.
SCOTTSBORO H.S. CLASS OF 93 REUNION COMMITTEE, INV RELATED, CULLMAN, AL, TREASURER, START 6/1/2012, 1 HOUR PER MONTH, ZERO HOURS DURING TRADING, PLANNING AND ORGANIZING REUNIONS AND MEMORIALS, COLLECTION OF FUNDS FROM ACTIVITIES, SALES, AND DONATIONS. DOOR DASH, NOT INV RELATED, BIRMINGHAM, AL, DASHER, START 4/1/2022, 80 HOURS PER MONTH, ZERO HOURS DUIRNG TRADING, FOOD DELIVER.

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CRS (Client Relationship Summary)


The CRS(Customer Relationship Summary) document is not provided.

Certified licenses


Advisors may have various certifications and credentials from different organizations. AdvisorCheck highlights these seven certifications - AIF®, CFP®, ChFC®, CFA, CLU®, CIMA®, CPWA®
None

Experience


Past

April 5, 2023 - February 22, 2024

STATE FARM VP MANAGEMENT CORP.

BD
CRD#: 43036
BLOOMINGTON, IL
Past

September 1, 2021 - October 25, 2022

WELLS FARGO CLEARING SERVICES, LLC

RIA
CRD#: 19616
MADISON, AL
Past

September 1, 2021 - October 25, 2022

WELLS FARGO CLEARING SERVICES, LLC

BD
CRD#: 19616
MADISON, AL
Past

February 23, 2021 - April 23, 2021

ALLSTATE FINANCIAL ADVISORS, LLC

RIA
CRD#: 109524
Springville, AL
Past

January 26, 2021 - April 23, 2021

ALLSTATE FINANCIAL SERVICES, LLC

BD
CRD#: 18272
Springville, AL
Past

October 23, 2014 - August 24, 2015

THRIVENT INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT INC.

RIA
CRD#: 18387
CULLMAN, AL
Past

October 21, 2014 - August 24, 2015

THRIVENT INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT INC.

BD
CRD#: 18387
CULLMAN, AL
Past

July 30, 2012 - November 6, 2012

MERRILL LYNCH, PIERCE, FENNER & SMITH INCORPORATED

RIA
CRD#: 7691
HUNTSVILLE, AL
Past

May 25, 2012 - November 6, 2012

MERRILL LYNCH, PIERCE, FENNER & SMITH INCORPORATED

BD
CRD#: 7691
HUNTSVILLE, AL
Past

August 26, 2011 - December 23, 2011

OSAIC SERVICES, INC.

RIA
CRD#: 133763
BIRMINGHAM, AL
Past

August 8, 2011 - December 23, 2011

OSAIC SERVICES, INC.

BD
CRD#: 133763
BIRMINGHAM, AL
Past

December 15, 2009 - July 6, 2011

BB&T INVESTMENT SERVICES, INC.

BD
CRD#: 33856
ASHEVILLE, AL
Past

December 8, 2009 - July 6, 2011

BB&T INVESTMENT SERVICES, INC.

RIA
CRD#: 33856
ASHEVILLE, AL
Past

January 8, 2009 - June 12, 2009

CONCOURSE FINANCIAL GROUP SECURITIES, INC.

RIA
CRD#: 15708
BIRMINGHAM, AL
Past

January 7, 2009 - June 12, 2009

CONCOURSE FINANCIAL GROUP SECURITIES, INC.

BD
CRD#: 15708
BIRMINGHAM, AL
Past

May 24, 2006 - September 25, 2008

THRIVENT INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT INC.

RIA
CRD#: 18387
TRUSSVILLE, AL
Past

May 24, 2006 - September 25, 2008

THRIVENT INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT INC.

BD
CRD#: 18387
TRUSSVILLE, AL
Past

May 20, 2005 - March 29, 2006

TD AMERITRADE, INC.

RIA
CRD#: 7870
BIRMINGHAM, AL
Past

May 11, 2005 - March 29, 2006

TD AMERITRADE, INC.

BD
CRD#: 7870
OMAHA, NE
Past

July 7, 2003 - May 9, 2005

BANC OF AMERICA INVESTMENT SERVICES, INC.

RIA
CRD#: 16361
FT LAUDERDALE, FL
Past

June 27, 2003 - May 9, 2005

BANC OF AMERICA INVESTMENT SERVICES, INC.

BD
CRD#: 16361
BOSTON, MA
Past

January 14, 2002 - July 6, 2005

MERRILL LYNCH INVESTMENT MANAGERS LP

RIA
CRD#: 105068
BOCA RATON, FL
Past

June 12, 2000 - April 14, 2003

FAM DISTRIBUTORS, INC.

BD
CRD#: 4100
NEW YORK, NY
Past

February 3, 1999 - May 1, 2000

BULL & BEAR SECURITIES, INC.

BD
CRD#: 15142
NEW YORK, NY
Past

June 30, 1998 - January 22, 1999

SOUTHERN FINANCIAL GROUP, INC.

BD
CRD#: 16714
COLUMBIA, SC
Past

March 12, 1998 - May 7, 1998

PRUDENTIAL EQUITY GROUP, LLC

BD
CRD#: 7471
NEW YORK, NY

State Registrations and Notice Filings


Listed states reflect where the advisor is authorized to serve clients under state regulations.

Visual representation of state registrations

This advisor is not registered in any state.

Exams


State Security Law Exam
RR
IAR
Series 66
Date: 2/22/2021
Uniform Combined State Law Examination
State Security Law Exam
State Security Law Exam
General Industry/Product Exam
RR
Series 6TO
Date: 4/5/2023
Investment Company Products/Variable Contracts Representative Examination
General Industry/Product Exam
RR
Series 7TO
Date: 1/25/2021
General Securities Representative Examination
General Industry/Product Exam
Principal/Supervisory Exam
RR
Series 24
Date: 10/18/1999
General Securities Principal Examination

Current Firm


SF
STATE FARM VP MANAGEMENT CORP.
STATE FARM VP MANAGEMENT CORP.

CRD#: 43036 / SEC#: , 8-50128

BD
Broker-Dealer Firm Regulated by FINRA (Chicago district office)
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Contact information


Main Address
One State Farm Plaza, Bloomington, IL 61710-0001
Mailing Address
One State Farm Plaza, Bloomington, IL 61710-0001
Phone number
(833) 430-8518
Established
Delaware since 11/27/1996
Firm type
Corporation
Fiscal year end
December
Firm Size
Large
# of Employees

FINRA licenses (51 States and Territories)


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Documents


Customer Relationship Summary (CRS / FINRA)

Direct owners and executive officers


NamePositionCRD#
STATE FARM INVESTMENT MANAGEMENTSHAREHOLDER3487
COOK, KRISTYNEXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT AND DIRECTOR4215717
FARNEY, JON CHARLESPRESIDENT AND DIRECTOR2839964
GHANBARPOUR, ARASHVICE PRESIDENT AND DIRECTOR5129325
HINTZ, SCOTT ALEXANDERVICE PRESIDENT - FINANCIAL AND SECRETARY2004555
LUDWIG, TERRENCE MICHAELCHIEF COMPLIANCE OFFICER AND TREASURER3231040
MINEAU, SARAHSENIOR VICE PRESIDENT AND DIRECTOR4634160
MONTGOMERY, BRADLEY DOYLESENIOR VICE PRESIDENT AND DIRECTOR2913835
PRESTON, BRIAN LYNNANTI-MONEY LAUNDERING AND OFFICE OF FOREIGN ASSETS CONTROL COMPLIANCE OFFICER4312143
WILLARD, DANIEL NELSONASSISTANT SECRETARY AND COUNSEL5207081

Disclosures


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Company Information


STATE FARM VP MANAGEMENT CORP.

CRD#: 43036

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