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The Barnum Capital Management Story

Barnum Capital Management unites a team of financial professionals with diverse expertise and a shared commitment to financial literacy, personalized advice, and exceptional service. With experience navigating various economic conditions, stock market cycles, political shifts, and changes in tax and legislative policies, their focus is on creating tailored financial plans that help clients stay aligned with their long-term goals despite external changes.

Jim Ian, Managing Partner, had over a decade of financial experience from Ameriprise Financial and Prudential Investments which he brought over to Barnum in 2004. His vision for a new financial planning practice, combined with his mentorship of young advisors, significantly impacted the firm and industry.

Matthew Paulsen and Franco Piscitelli joined Jim soon after and they formally established Barnum Capital Management to address the evolving financial needs and complexities faced by individuals. Their holistic approach integrates all aspects of clients’ lives, helping them manage changes like market cycles, tax reforms, and technological advancements while maintaining a clear focus on their overall goals.

Since its inception, BCM has expanded to include certified financial planners, life insurance coordinators, transitional planning specialists, and a dedicated client support team, all committed to providing top-tier service. Barnum Capital Management combines vision, expertise, and experience to help clients preserve, protect, and grow their wealth for themselves and their loved ones.


Meet Our Team

Jim Ian, AIF®, CASL® 

Managing Partner | Wealth Management Advisor

(203) 689-9011

jian@barnumcm.com

Matthew Corrigan, CFP®

Financial Planner | Investment Advisor Representative

(203) 689-9024

mcorrigan@barnumcm.com

David Desanti

Financial Advisor | Investment Advisor Representative

(203) 204-0104

ddesanti@barnumcm.com

Kenny Page

Financial Advisor | Investment Advisor Representative

(203) 689-9019

kennethpage@barnumfg.com

John LaFrance

Financial Advisor | Investment Advisor Representative

(203) 204-0028

jlafrance@barnumfg.com

Curtis Meyer

Financial Advisor | Investment Advisor Representative

(203) 689-9047

cmeyer@barnumfg.com

Stuart Steckler

Financial Advisor | Investment Advisor Representative

(203) 204-0123

ssteckler@barnumcm.com

Ashley Amendola

Marketing Director | Executive Assistant

(203) 689-9025

aamendola@barnumcm.com

Our Strategic Partners 


Ben Ian**

Property & Casualty Specialist

**Barnum Property and Casualty is not a subsidiary or affiliate of MML Investors Services, LLC or its affiliated companies.

Barnum Financial Group's
Wealth Strategies Division

Beverly Wright

Vice President, Worksite Products

Greg Wachter

Vice President, Risk Management

Jeremy Hus, MSFS, CFP®, ChFC®, CASL®, CLU®

Vice President, Financial Planning

John Foreman, MBA, CIMA®

Vice President, Investments

Kathleen Cassidy, JD*

Vice President, Advanced Markets

Niko Vamvakas, RICP

Vice President, Retirement Planning Solutions