Frank N. Gibson, Jr.

Senior Vice President, Investments

Frank Gibson brings 30 years of experience serving the investment needs of his clients by helping them make informed financial decisions. The strength of his approach is based on dependability, honesty and a commitment to quality service.

Joining Raymond James in 1994 as the branch manager of the downtown Chattanooga office, Frank remained in that position until 2003, when he chose to fully focus on his clients and their investment needs. Before joining Raymond James, Frank was a financial advisor, branch manager, regional manager and partner in charge of branch administration for J.C. Bradford & Company, Nashville and Chattanooga.

"I first met Tom James," Frank shares, "when he was president of the Securities Industries Association, and I was impressed with his personal philosophy which focused on serving the interest of the client first and foremost. With Tom as the CEO of Raymond James, I knew that his entire firm would embrace that same 'client centered' philosophy."

Frank offers a full range of investment services emphasizing individually tailored portfolios based on each client's investment objectives, time horizons, experience and risk tolerance. His central philosophy is to help clients achieve financial independence by using a long-term approach to investing. Frank strives to recommend investments that match client objectives and risk tolerance as the market and the client's needs determine. Raymond James & Associates has recognized Frank as an outstanding advisor with his membership in the esteemed President's Council.

He earned a bachelor's degree in economics at the University of Tennessee and a master's degree in finance at Georgia State University. Frank also attended the Securities Industry Institute at prestigious Wharton School of Business from 1986-88.

Active in his community, Frank is a member of the Chattanooga Rotary Club and a former board member of Junior Achievement.