Jim Coppedge

Jim Coppedge joined Crossmark in June 2017 as General Counsel & Chief Compliance Officer. Prior to joining Crossmark, Jim served as deputy general counsel for American International Group, Inc. (AlG), leading a team that provided legal and compliance services to the AIGs global consumer product businesses. Prior to joining AlG, he served as associate general counsel for Invesco, Ltd., leading a team that provided legal and compliance services to the North American Retail Group (which included the AIM and Invesco mutual funds).

Jim's professional career began in 1992, when he accepted a position in the law department of USAA. He spent seven years at USAA, primarily supporting the firm's mutual fund, brokerage, and investment advice businesses.

A native Texan, Jim earned a B.B.A. in Finance from Texas A&M University and a Juris Doctor from St. Mary's University School of Law.

Jim also devotes his time to philanthropic activities. He currently serves on the Board of Directors of Fort Bend Seniors Meals on Wheels and the University of Houston Cougar Investment Fund.

Jim and his wife, Krista, have three daughters.