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About
John Shanley, CFP®, is a Partner and Managing Advisor at Connecticut Wealth Management, LLC, based in Farmington, CT, where he leads a team of advisors and service specialists in delivering personalized financial planning and customized investment strategies for a diverse client base. As Assistant Director of the firm's Investment Committee, John is responsible for implementing firmwide portfolio strategies and identifying innovative technology solutions to enhance investment management.
His expertise covers a broad range of asset classes, with a particular focus on asset allocation, risk management, and tailored investment solutions for high-net-worth individuals, families, and institutional clients. John’s leadership in developing portfolio strategies reflects a deep understanding of both public market investments and alternative investments, and he leverages these insights to maximize client outcomes and operational efficiency.
Prior to joining Connecticut Wealth Management in 2019, John was a Financial Advisor at Pinnacle Investment Management. He holds a Master of Science in Financial Services from The American College of Financial Services and an undergraduate degree from Fordham University. A recognized professional in his field, John has been named a Five Star Wealth Manager by Connecticut Magazine (2020–2024) and is active in the Connecticut Historical Society's Investment Committee, demonstrating both industry accolades and community engagement.
Career History
| Organization | Role | Date Range | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| Connecticut Wealth Management, LLC | Partner | Jan 2024 to Present | — |
| Connecticut Wealth Management, LLC | Managing Advisor and Assistant Director of Investment Commitee | Oct 2022 to Jan 2024 | — |
| Connecticut Wealth Management, LLC | Senior Financial Advisor and Assistant Director of the Investment Committee | Jan 2021 to Oct 2022 | — |
| Connecticut Wealth Management, LLC | Senior Financial Advisor | Jan 2020 to Jan 2021 | — |
| Connecticut Wealth Management, LLC | Financial Advisor | Jan 2019 to Jan 2020 | Providing independent and objective fee based financial planning and investment advisory services. Welcome to What Financial Planning Should Be. |
| Pinnacle Investment Management Inc. | Financial Advisor | Jun 2015 to Dec 2018 | Provided integrated financial planning and wealth management. Worked to create and implement client’s custom financial plans based on their needs, goals and wealth objectives |
| Fidelity Investments | Financial Consultant | Oct 2013 to Jun 2015 | — |
| Fidelity Investments | Investment Representative | Sep 2012 to Oct 2013 | — |
| Fidelity Investments | Financial Representative | Nov 2011 to Aug 2012 | — |
Education
Fordham University
2006 — 2010
Trinity Pawling
2002 — 2006
The American College of Financial Services
2015 Present
Skills & Expertise
Others at Connecticut Wealth Management, LLC (19)
| Name | Role | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Partner | United States | |
| Partner | Farmington, CT , United States | |
J Jarrett Solomon | Partner | West Hartford, CT , United States |
| Partner | Farmington, CT , United States | |
| Partner | Farmington, CT , United States | |
| Partner | Hartford, CT , United States | |
| Partner | Farmington, CT , United States | |
W Walker Lohrey | Analyst | Farmington, CT , United States |
Z Zachary Bylykbashi | Analyst | Hartford, CT , United States |
| Analyst | Hartford, CT , United States |
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