Spitfire House, 19 Falcon Court, Preston Farm Industrial Estate, Stockton-on-Tees, TS18 3TU

Meet the team

Here are some of the members of our experienced team that you may be in touch with at BJFM.

Paul Cornish

Director/Senior Financial Planner

Paul Cornish is an experienced financial planner, with over two decades in the financial services sector. He has a strong track record of supporting business owners and navigating complex financial planning needs, offering clear, practical advice tailored to each client’s goals.

Outside of work, Paul enjoys a round of golf and spending quality time with his granddaughter, bringing a personable and down-to-earth approach to his professional relationships.

Michael Duffield

Chartered Financial Planner

Michael Duffield is a Chartered Financial Planner with many years of experience helping individuals, trusts, and business owners navigate the complexities of financial planning. Michael is known for his thoughtful, relationship-driven approach, believing that strong, long-term client relationships are key to achieving successful financial outcomes. His expertise spans retirement planning, investment strategy, estate and trust planning, and business financial advice.

Outside of work, Michael enjoys cooking, gardening, and spending time with his two young children, bringing a warm and grounded perspective to his professional life.

Ian Stokoe

Senior Financial Planner

Ian Stokoe is a Senior Financial Planner with over 30 years of experience in the financial services sector, having worked with both large national firms and independent financial advisory practices. Ian brings a wealth of knowledge across all areas of financial planning, with particular expertise in retirement planning and wealth management.

He believes that building trust through regular reviews and personalised solutions is essential to delivering successful outcomes for his clients. Ian’s approach is centred on understanding each individual’s needs and tailoring advice accordingly.

Outside of work, Ian is a keen sports enthusiast and enjoys watching his son play local football. He also finds relaxation in long beach walks—weather permitting!

Paul Cornish

Director/Senior Financial Planner

Paul Cornish is an experienced financial planner, with over two decades in the financial services sector. He has a strong track record of supporting business owners and navigating complex financial planning needs, offering clear, practical advice tailored to each client’s goals. Outside of work, Paul enjoys a round of golf and spending quality time with his granddaughter, bringing a personable and down-to-earth approach to his professional relationships.

Michael Duffield

Chartered Financial Planner

Michael Duffield is a Chartered Financial Planner with many years of experience helping individuals, trusts, and business owners navigate the complexities of financial planning. Michael is known for his thoughtful, relationship-driven approach, believing that strong, long-term client relationships are key to achieving successful financial outcomes. His expertise spans retirement planning, investment strategy, estate and trust planning, and business financial advice.

Outside of work, Michael enjoys cooking, gardening, and spending time with his two young children, bringing a warm and grounded perspective to his professional life.

Ian Stokoe

 Senior Financial Planner

Ian Stokoe is a Senior Financial Planner with over 30 years of experience in the financial services sector, having worked with both large national firms and independent financial advisory practices. Ian brings a wealth of knowledge across all areas of financial planning, with particular expertise in retirement planning and wealth management.

He believes that building trust through regular reviews and personalised solutions is essential to delivering successful outcomes for his clients. Ian’s approach is centred on understanding each individual’s needs and tailoring advice accordingly.

Outside of work, Ian is a keen sports enthusiast and enjoys watching his son play local football. He also finds relaxation in long beach walks—weather permitting!