Brian Classen advises public entities throughout northern Colorado on banking, treasury, and purchasing card functions. As a Senior Advisor, Public Entity Relationship Manager with a long-standing history as a Colorado resident, Brian understands the unique needs of fire protection districts, water districts, and school districts.  He enjoys advising townships, cities, counties, and higher learning institutions in the Northern Colorado region, working as a trusted advisor and partner with each client.  Brian brings over 20 years of financial services experience to guide daily client operations and optimize banking solutions and services to meet fiscal objectives and business goals.

Credentials

Brian spent 18 years in retail branch leadership, directing award-winning teams and building relationships in the community.  Prior to his time in banking, he managed several large retail stores across Colorado and started several businesses in agriculture, real estate, and construction.  His experience has taught him to put himself in his client's shoes and think outside the box to provide the service communities and public entities deserve and expect. 

Brian earned a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln.  He holds HR credentials as a certified SHRM-CP from the Society for Human Resource Management.  

Passions

Brian enjoys spending time with his wife and 2 adult children. They can be found boating, traveling, attending music concerts, sporting events, and various community events throughout Northern Colorado. However, Brian is never too busy to support his local community. That means volunteering with the Larimer County Food bank, Fort Collins Habitat for Humanity and acting as a board advisor for several not-for-profit organizations. Brian also dedicates financial resources to support the American Cancer Society and the United Way of Larimer County.