Fran Gillis

Managing Director, Northern Colorado

(866) SRP-401K x 825
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As one of the first Accredited Investment Fiduciary™ (AIF) in Colorado, Fran has helped many businesses solve complicated 401k, fiduciary, and retirement planning needs. For nearly 40 years, Fran has passionately helped businesses all over the country and is a strong advocate for local Colorado and Wyoming business communities.

In addition to degrees in Finance and Economics from Regis University, Fran is an Accredited Investment Fiduciary™ (AIF), Qualified Plan Financial Consultant (QPFC), Non-Qualified Plan Consultant™ (NQPC™), and Certified Financial Wellness Professional (CFWP). For over 39 years, Fran has been serving corporate retirement plans and individual’s financial and retirement needs. Fran and his team provide sponsors with streamlined and comprehensive plan governance solutions.

Fran and his team are passionate about providing solutions that:

  • Help sponsors measurably improve their retirement plan success,
  • Improve participant outcomes and retirement readiness and
  • Help families achieve their financial and retirement goals efficiently and timely.

For over 39 years, Fran has been actively involved in coaching a variety of youth sports and teaching bible study to students of all ages. Fran has also been an active member of various Fort Collins civic organizations and taught Junior Achievement at many levels. Fran loves the outdoors, sports, traveling, spending time, and sharing laughs with family and friends.

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Some things you might not know about Fran...

What was your first job?

"Riding my bike through a cemetery to get on a flatbed truck to pick strawberries. I bought most of my 16 siblings an ice cream cone with my 1st pay check. "

What is your “why” for being in the retirement plan industry?

"My purpose is to help people reduce their financial stress by helping them overcome financial challenges and accomplish their financial goals and dreams. "

What three things would you take with you to a desert island?

"My wife because she is beautiful and fun and she can fix anything. I suppose some food and beverages would be good also. "