Our Team

Our Team


Kristina Paz, CIMA®

President | Certified Investment Management Analyst®

Kristina Paz is the Managing Partner and Portfolio Manager at Sopris Wealth Advisors, a female-owned firm in Fort Collins, Colorado, dedicated to helping those who help others. She is a Certified Investment Management Analyst, CIMA®. She works closely with healthcare professionals, university employees, and public safety workers, people who dedicate their lives to serving others, but often don’t have the time to focus on their own financial well-being.

Kristina believes financial planning should be empowering, not overwhelming. She guides her clients through life’s transitions: marriage, children, college planning, career changes, divorce, retirement, and loss by providing education, clarity, and a personalized approach. Her goal is to help clients take control of their financial future with confidence and peace of mind.

With a degree in Economics from Mount Holyoke College, Kristina’s career in financial services began with an internship in 2005, followed by experience working with high net worth clients in Chicago. In 2010, she moved to Colorado and built her own practice before joining Cambridge Investment Research, Inc. in 2017.

Kristina lives in Colorado with her husband, Anthony, and their Doberman, Pavito. When she’s not helping clients, she enjoys traveling, particularly road trips with Anthony, cooking, trying bucket list restaurants, rock climbing, paddleboarding, and hiking.


Jessica Beck, CFP®

Partner | CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™

Jessica Beck is a Partner at Sopris Wealth Advisors in Fort Collins. She is a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ (CFP®) and has been helping her clients gain financial clarity and confidence for eighteen years. She is passionate about financial education and empowering her clients to make smart, informed decisions. Her goal is to be a long-term partner in their success, not with just managing money, but helping them live the life they have worked hard to build.

Her clients are often busy professionals seeking to streamline their finances or navigating significant life transitions such as retirement, business sales, or inheritance planning. Many want their investments to align with their values and goals but aren’t sure how to create a cohesive strategy to move their finances forward. Through Sopris Wealth’s comprehensive planning and investing process, she helps her clients gain knowledge, security, and excitement for their future.

Jessica grew up on a family ranch in Carbondale, Colorado and currently lives in Denver with her husband, Micah, her daughter Lila, and their dog, Sadie. She enjoys hiking, snowboarding, gardening, local restaurants, and catching up with friends. Jessica loves travel (even airports!) and once completed a trip around the world.


Kristen Blake

Practice Director

Kristen Blake is the Practice Director at Sopris Wealth, where she is dedicated to delivering a seamless client experience. She oversees client service, documentation, and data operations, always with a focus on building strong relationships and ensuring that each client feels supported as they work toward their financial goals.

Her career began in banking in 2016, and in 2018, she joined Cambridge Investment Research, where she further developed her expertise in financial services. Kristen became part of the Sopris Wealth team in March 2021 and has since played an integral role in guiding clients through the firm’s curated financial planning process.

Originally from Wyoming, Kristen now lives in Fort Collins with her husband, Sam, and their cat, Kailena. Together, Kristen and Sam share a love of travel and have made it a goal to visit a new country each year, so far exploring seven countries together. Outside of traveling, Kristen enjoys experimenting with new recipes in the kitchen, and is always looking for new experiences that inspire both her personal and professional growth.


Drew Haugen

Paraplanner

Drew Haugen is a Paraplanner supporting the Sopris Wealth Advisors team, pursuing CFP® certification.

Drew has over a decade of hands-on business experience, including building and later selling a landscaping business, where he oversaw operations and client relationships. He is detail-oriented, client-focused, and passionate about translating complex concepts into clear, actionable guidance that helps clients meet their financial goals.

He holds a Bachelor of Arts from Colorado State University and a Master of Public Affairs from Princeton University, with coursework spanning financial management, quantitative analysis, and behavioral economics. He is also proud to have served as a Teach For America corps member in South Los Angeles, where he taught science and math to public high school students with learning disabilities.

Drew grew up in Fort Collins, Colorado and recently relocated to Texas, where his wife is pursuing a doctoral degree in clinical psychology. They enjoy spending time with their rescue pets, staying active, cooking, and reading. Drew’s favorite sports are basketball and skiing.


David Crawford, CFP®

Founder of Crawford Financial Planning | Lewiston, Idaho

David Crawford is the founder of Crawford Financial Planning in Lewiston, Idaho. Dave has been helping individuals, families, and small business owners pursue their financial goals since 1986. Over nearly four decades in the financial services industry, Dave built his practice around a commitment to integrity, education, personalized guidance, and long-term client relationships.

As Dave transitions into retirement, Crawford Financial Planning is partnering with Sopris Wealth to provide continuity, expanded resources, and a smooth transition for the clients and families he has served throughout his career. Dave selected Sopris Wealth because of a shared commitment to thoughtful financial planning, client service and education, and treating clients with integrity and kindness. Together, Dave and the Sopris Wealth team are focused on preserving the trusted relationships he has built while ensuring clients continue to receive personalized, high-quality financial guidance for years to come.

Outside of the office, Dave enjoys spending time with his wife and two sons, participating in community activities and clubs, and serving as a volunteer ski patroller at Brundage Mountain Resort.


Operations and Compliance Team

Paige Gleason, Janelle Lind, Stacey Heaton, & Shannon Mehls

Behind the scenes at Sopris Wealth, we are proud to partner with Preferred Partners’ Operations and Compliance Team to ensure we can always provide you with the best possible service. With their decades of industry expertise, they meticulously handle everything from navigating complex regulatory standards to overseeing our daily paperwork and communications. Their oversight ensures that every detail meets the highest standards of integrity and care. This quiet diligence allows us to devote our full attention to what matters most: guiding you with clarity, transparency, and a personalized approach that fits your life.