James McConnel

James S. McConnel serves as a Portfolio Manager at Mitchell Sinkler & Starr in Wilmington, DE, where he oversees client investment portfolios and plays a key role in proxy voting and compliance committee work. He provides hands-on, customized investment management for individuals, families, and organizations, maintaining long-term relationships and tailoring solutions to specific client needs.

His investment expertise spans public equities and fixed income across sectors, with a particular focus on constructing diversified, risk-adjusted portfolios for high net worth clients and institutions. Prior to his current role, McConnel was the Chief Financial Officer at Montgomery School and previously served as Vice President at Goldman Sachs, where he gained experience in financial operations, investment analysis, and strategic management.

James holds an MBA from the University of Virginia Darden School of Business and a Bachelor’s Degree from Davidson College. His background in both institutional finance and the non-profit sector positions him as a knowledgeable advisor with a comprehensive understanding of asset allocation strategy, regulatory best practices, and client service excellence.