Stephen F. Fricke

Steve has been providing management support to advisors for more than 30 years, including over two decades with Raymond James. In 2000, he became the branch manager of the Raymond James & Associates Orlando branch and has served as the Central Florida complex manager since 2005. He has been helping local financial advisors grow their practices ever since, paving the way for their success while offering valuable support and guidance.

A graduate of the University of Central Florida (UCF) with a degree in finance, Steve has consistently been recognized for his commitment to fostering an environment in which all advisors have the resources and support they need to work in their clients’ best interests. He has been recognized throughout his career by various institutions, including Raymond James.

An active member in his community, Steve is a past board member of the Florida Securities Dealers Association, a member of the UCF Shareholders Society and Letterman’s clubs and has served as co-chair of the Battle of the Brokerages Charity Event from 2002 to 2012, a softball tournament sponsored by The Boys & Girls Clubs of Central Florida. Currently, he is an active supporter of Special Olympics Florida and their Sunshine Bowl event at Raymond James Stadium, a statewide flag football tournament where Raymond James is one of the title sponsors.

Having grown up playing football, Steve enjoys not only the game but also what it represents to be part of a team. “There is no glory in being a lineman,” he says. “But when my running back ran through the hole I opened and got the touchdown we needed to win the game, I took great satisfaction that I quietly helped the team win. I have that same feeling in my role here at Raymond James.”

A Chicago native, Steve has resided in Florida since 1975 and is married to Robin, with two grown daughters, Reagan and Cameron.