Meet Fred.

Chief Strategy Officer

Fred Franks is the Chief Strategy Officer (CSO) and has been part of the organization since 2005. Fred brings both strategic and management experience to FIT where he leads the organization in creating solutions, planning for growth, and investing in leaders.

Fred was named CIO of the Year (for small companies) by NEOSA (GCP Tech) in 2012.  In addition, he upped his hipster status by being named to Inside Business’ “Most Powerful Techies” list and was honored as a Crain’s “20 in their 20s.” Fred likewise led FIT to being named Best IT Services Organization from NEOSA in 2009.

He serves on several technology advisory committees, including at GCP Tech and at Case Western Reserve University. Fred has a BS from the University of Akron and an MBA from the Weatherhead School of Management at CWRU. He lives in Cleveland Heights with his wife Nissa and two sons, Freddy and Erik.

Fred Franks

Fun Facts.

Why do you like being in IT?

Technology is constantly improving and has the potential to add value to everyone in so many ways.

What is your favorite season?

Early fall.

If you could start a charity/foundation, what/who would it benefit?

Victims of human trafficking because they are the most exploited groups of people.

What do you like most about working in Playhouse Square?

I enjoy all of the energy, atmosphere and great eating options. It is definitely one of the best places in Cleveland to work or visit.

What are some of your favorite restaurants?

L’Albatros, Red, and Zhug.

Where is your favorite place to get ice cream in Cleveland?

Mitchell’s.

Fred Franks

I was interested in technology at a fairly early age. When I saw what amazing things people could create with technology, it drew me into designing cool things as a hobby. By high school, I knew that technology was a career I could be passionate about every day.

Meet the Leadership Team.

Adam Tubbs
Michelle Tomallo

Michelle Tomallo

Chief People Officer | Co-Founder

Ali Tubbs

Ali Tubbs

Chief Operating Officer

Jen Haberman

Jen Haberman

Chief Financial Officer

Jason Collins

Jason Collins

Chief Technology Officer

Becky Cross

Becky Cross

Vice President of Client Services

Jack Wu

Jack Wu

Vice President of Technical Support Services

FIT team members smiling together

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