James began his financial career in 2017 joining RBC Wealth Management and the Corridor Investment Group based out of Cedar Rapids. Getting a young start in the financial services industry has given him substantial experience combined with a fresh perspective, allowing him to build long-term relationships and provide thoughtful guidance to clients.
James’s industry thought leadership has been regularly recognized by well-regarded publications. In Financial Planning magazine, he was ranked in the Top 40 Regional Brokers Under 40 in 2026. He is also the team lead for the Corridor Investment Group that has been named to Forbes and SHOOK “Best-in-State” Wealth Management Teams in 2024, 2025, and 2026. In addition to his industry success, James pursued advanced training, obtaining the CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® certification, underscoring his expertise in financial planning. James also passed the Series 9 and 10 which enables him to serve as the Branch Director for the Cedar Rapids Office.
James is an Iowa native and a graduate of The University of Iowa where he earned a bachelor’s degree in Integrated Physiology. While at Iowa, James was also a standout on the football team where he was a 4x Academic All-American, served as a two-year captain at Quarterback, and spent 4 years on the leadership council - demonstrating his commitment to academics, athletics, and team leadership.
He spends any free time enjoying any outdoor activity including: bowhunting, fishing, golf, and various running/biking races. A favorite activity is skiing with his wife and two elementary school-aged children (the family’s home away from home is Montana—where they sneak away to ski, hike, hunt, and fly-fish as often as schedules allow).