Meet the Sellgren Financial Group

James Sellgren  Managing Director - Investments

Relying on my wealth of experience in my role as an advisor, I am truly committed to providing my clients with the highest level of professionalism and service.

I  began my career in the mid 1970s as a teacher of Mathematics. A decade later, I had earned a Masters Degree in Education and then a Masters of Business Administration in finance as I switched careers. I have been with Wachovia Securities since 1991 and I have been a Managing Director-Investment Officer since 2002. 

I live in Hagerstown, I have two adult children, and I am active in the community.  I enjoy playing golf, racquetball and ice hockey - although I think the clock is ticking on this one.  My hobbies include photography,  piano, riding my motorcycle, and working crossword and Sudoku puzzles.

With clients in twenty-eight states, I also enjoy the times when I am able to travel and combine business with pleasure.  I feel fortunate to be in a business that allows me to serve a base of clients who share a similar investment philosophy.

Education:

B.A., University of Michigan, Ann Arbor Mathematics/Philosophy, 1973

M.A., Wayne State University, Detroit  Mathematics Education, 1976

M.B.A., University of Buffalo(SUNYAB) Finance, 1983

Brenda Albert, Vice President
Senior Registered Client Associate

I began my career in the financial services industry in 1982 and have had the good fortune to experience several different roles.  When I joined the Sellgren Financial Group in 2000, I was serving as the Operations Manager for the branch.  I am a registered associate and I enjoy every moment of client contact and the detailed effort that goes along with providing the service that each client deserves.  When we get the chance, my husband Denny and I enjoy driving off to our place at Smith Mountain Lake for fishing and boating.

Kimberly Blenckstone, Assistant Vice President
Senior Registered Client Associate

I began my career in the financial industry in 1994 and joined the Sellgren Financial Group in 2001.  I earned a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Journalism from the University of South Carolina.  Upon graduation and before switching careers, I worked as on-air television reporter/anchor in South Carolina and WHAG TV in Hagerstown.  I am a registered associate and I strive to provide optimal service by helping to manage accounts, provide client service and marketing.  I live in Hagerstown with my husband, David and our children, Adam and Taylor.