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Northern Colorado

Northern Colorado is one of America’s fastest-growing regions and over the years has been selected as one of the Nation’s top places to live.  The Northern Colorado team is comprised of associates with a strong heritage and commitment to the region, as evidenced by their volunteerism and leadership in their respective communities. As a company with a local presence, First Western Trust has a core value that supports making a difference in the culture and lifestyle of its members by giving back to the community, region and nonprofits, through both sponsorships and service.

We believe that clients receive long-term benefits from a truly integrated approach to wealth management. By focusing on what’s most important to each client and their families, we are better able to assist our clients in meeting their goals and dreams through investment management, private banking, trust and fiduciary services, insurance and wealth planning. The combination of a sophisticated approach to finances with a comprehensive understanding of our client’s entire financial situation is First Western’s most important differentiation

Led by Chairman Jim Sprout and President Kristi Benningsdorf, your team has excellent professional qualifications and over 40 years of experience working in the Northern Colorado community. This cohesive team environment results in a high level of personal service, reliability, trust and expertise.

We welcome you to First Western Trust, Northern Colorado, the region’s first private bank and trust company. If you’d like to learn more about the Northern Colorado team and our commitment to be the best private bank for the Western wealth management client, please click on any name below or contact us directly.

Our Team

Amanda Tate
Private Banker
Banner Green
Trust Administrative Officer
Bryan Tait, CFA
Portfolio Manager
Cindy Bragdon, CTFA, CFP®
Vice President | Trust Officer
Crista Mann
Vice President | Relationship Manager
Denai Thornton, CFP®
Vice President | Relationship Manager
Jim Sprout, CFP®
Chairman
Joanne Field
Regional President
Kristi L. Benningsdorf
President
Mandy Jesser, RP®
Officer | Senior Private Banker
Richard Ball, J.D.
Senior Vice President | Relationship Manager
Tom Behr, CFP®
Senior Vice President | Senior Relationship Manager
Traci Foth
Associate Relationship Manager
  • 3003 E. Harmony Road
    Suite 200
    Fort Collins, CO 80528

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