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Maria Conlon

‘I take things day by day and I always remain focused, balanced and humble.’

What do you do?

As a member of the University of Connecticut Women’s basketball team that won three Division I National Championships, I learned many lessons about the importance of focus, commitment, character, teamwork and accountability. As an agency sales director, I lead a highly productive team of financial services representatives dedicated to serving the investment and protection needs of individuals and corporations. I support my advisors by showcasing the broad and deep capabilities of Barnum Financial Group and enable them to achieve their goals and strengthen their businesses.

Where do you want to be in 10 years?

In 10 years I hope to still be running a highly successful organization of advisors, and in my free time I plan to coach my daughter Layla’s basketball team.

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How are you involved in your community?

I have a deep commitment to my community and I volunteer for a number of charitable organizations. I am the president and founder of the Maria Conlon Humanitarian Donor Advised Fund at the Valley Community Foundation. I am also a board member for the Foundation for Life, a non-profit organization dedicated to improving the quality of life for the people and families within our community.

What is the best advice you received?

I have been fortunate to have many people that have influenced my life and given me great advice through the years. Their words of wisdom have guided me to live each day realizing that it is never as good or as bad as it seems. I take things day by day and I always remain focused, balanced and humble.

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Maria Conlon

Age: 30

Title: Agency Sales Director

Company: Barnum Financial Group

Town where you work: Shelton

Town where you live: Derby

College: University of Connecticut 

What I do for fun: I enjoy spending time with my family and friends, especially my daughter Layla and husband Carmine. 

Friends/Family that influence me: My mom has been my greatest influence because of her dedication to her family and her work ethic 

My Charity/Cause: I am the president and founder of the Maria Conlon Humanitarian Donor Advised Fund at the Valley Community Foundation

My Passion, Hobby or Special Talent: As a three-time National Champion for UConn, basketball is a sport that has taught me a great deal throughout the years. 

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