John Beckelman
About John Beckelman
John Beckelman serves as the Managing Director and Head of Fixed Income at Piper Sandler, where he has worked since 2020. He has extensive experience in fixed income sales and trading, having held senior positions at various financial institutions and actively participating in charitable organizations.
Work at Piper Sandler
John Beckelman has been serving as the Managing Director and Head of Fixed Income at Piper Sandler since 2020. In this role, he oversees the fixed income division, focusing on sales and trading operations. His leadership contributes to the strategic direction of the firm in the fixed income market, leveraging his extensive experience in the financial services industry.
Professional Background
Beckelman has a comprehensive background in fixed income sales and trading. Prior to his current position, he worked at Sandler O'Neill + Partners, L.P. for 29 years, where he held the role of Principal and Head of Fixed Income. He also served as Vice President of Fixed Income Sales at Tucker Anthony INC from 1988 to 1991. Earlier in his career, he was an Associate in the Financial Services Group at L. F. Rothschild from 1986 to 1988.
Education and Expertise
John Beckelman holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) with a focus on Accounting and Finance from Fordham University. He also earned a Bachelor's degree in Finance from St. John's University. His educational background supports his expertise in financial services, particularly in fixed income markets.
Board Memberships and Charitable Involvement
Beckelman serves on the board of directors of Miami International Holdings, which is the holding company for the MIAX Options Exchange and MIAX Pearl. He is also actively involved with various charitable organizations, contributing his time and resources to support community initiatives.
Initial Training and Career Development
John Beckelman received his initial training at Salomon Brothers, a prominent investment bank known for its fixed income expertise. This foundational experience has shaped his career, enabling him to work effectively with senior management teams of middle-market commercial banks and thrifts on strategic programs such as balance sheet restructuring and capital raising.