About Us
Wealth Planning That Respects the Life You’ve Built
At Shiman Partners, we believe financial planning is personal. We’re not here to tell you how to live; we’re here to help you make the most of the life you’ve created. Based in West Hartford and serving clients across the East Coast and beyond, our firm is built on meticulous planning, deep loyalty, and a genuine partnership with the people we serve. Whether you’re managing complexity or preparing for what’s next, we’re here to help you interact more confidently with your capital — and feel good about the decisions ahead.
Let Our Wealth of Experience Work for You
Joe Shiman brings a rich history in finance, from his early career on the institutional side to decades spent building trusted relationships with individuals and families. He’s been in the room for major market cycles, complex equity comp transitions, and multi-generational planning conversations. That depth shows up in the way we handle everything from risk exposure to retirement mapping. You’re not just getting a plan, you’re getting the benefit of hard-earned perspective and investment fluency you can rely on.
Work With a Partner, Not Just an Advisor
The name Shiman Partners reflects exactly how we work: collaboratively. When you walk into our office, you’re not just receiving advice, you’re entering a relationship built on mutual respect, clear communication, and follow-through. Our clients know they’re never just a number. They know we listen, respond, and show up, even if that means meeting them in person after a difficult diagnosis or helping gather tax documents during crunch time. We care deeply, and it shows.
Meet the Team Who’s Here to Help You Say Yes
Our small, hands-on team works directly with you — no rotating advisors. Joe brings decades of portfolio design experience and a grounded approach to strategy, while Anna ensures smooth, intentional operations. Together, we deliver a seamless, relationship-first experience.
Joseph Shiman III, CFP®
Managing Partner, Certified Financial Plannerâ„¢
Anna Gaudet
Operations & Communications Manager
Anna manages all daily service and communications aspects for Shiman Partner’s clients. She and Joe meet daily to sync up on their plan of action to best execute their client’s short-term needs and long-term goals. An MBA...
Robin Condon
OSJ Compliance & Supervision Manager
Helen Harrison
Chief Marketing Officer
Understand the Why, Not Just the What
Our clients are smart, accomplished, and curious. They want to understand how their money works. That’s why we carve out time to talk through strategy, explain concepts, and give context to the numbers. We’re not here to drown you in jargon or make you feel behind. We’re here to make financial complexity feel manageable, and to empower you with clarity so you can make informed decisions at every stage.
Let’s Make a Plan You’ll Actually Use
We create real plans that reflect your life and help you use your wealth with confidence. Ready to get started?
Expanding Our Capabilities Through Cetera
As part of the Cetera network, we tap into a deep well of financial planning expertise, specialized teams, and independent investment research. This partnership enhances the strategic guidance we provide, empowering us to deliver truly personalized solutions backed by over a century of combined industry knowledge.
Investment Management
Cetera’s Investment Management Team offers independent research and expert guidance, helping us shape investment strategies tailored to your goals.
Advanced Planning
We leverage Cetera Advanced Planning to bring added depth to your strategy, supporting complex needs like estate planning, tax efficiency, and business succession.
Financial Plan Design
With more than a century of collective experience, Cetera’s Financial Plan Design Team is a key resource in building customized, forward-thinking financial plans.
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Our Approach
See how our personalized, purposeful planning process helps you stay organized and confidently on track, so you can say yes to the life you want.
Contact Us
Whether you’ve been referred or just want to learn more, we welcome thoughtful conversations with new clients ready to take the next step.
Who We Work With
We work with clients who are building, growing, and refining their wealth, no matter their relationship status, family structure, or stage of life