Kristen is the 401(k) Participant Engagement Associate and Financial Advisor for Phillips & Company. She joined the team in the summer of 2023 and brings with her over 20 years of experience working with retirement plans and plan participants. Her passion is helping participants create a path towards their financial independence.
Kristen graduated from Michigan State University in East Lansing, Michigan with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Finance.
Kristen Hughes holds the Certified Plan Fiduciary Advisor (CPFA) designation, awarded by the National Association of Plan Advisors (NAPA). This designation recognizes financial professionals who demonstrate expertise in fiduciary responsibility, plan management, and participant advocacy for employer-sponsored retirement plans. Earning the CPFA requires completing specialized training and a comprehensive exam on ERISA standards and best practices, with ongoing continuing education required to maintain the credential.