Who is Ross Cunniff?
Ross Cunniff is completing his first term as District 5 council member. He has been a strong defender of neighborhood rights, and has pushed for policies to protect and enhance Fort Collins’ unique character, including natural areas, parks, trails, open space, and historic landmarks.
Hewlett-Packard brought Ross and his wife Jill to Fort Collins nearly 30 years ago, and they instantly fell in love with the community.
They have volunteered in many local organizations. These include the Food Bank for Larimer County, the Fort Collins Museum of Discovery, and Debut Theatre Company. The couple has also been deeply involved with their local schools and churches.
Ross and Jill have two adult daughters and one granddaughter. Both daughters are graduates of Poudre School District.
Cunniff has been employed at
NVIDIA,
a computer technology company, for the past fifteen
years, and has over 30 years experience in the computer
industry, including significant leadership and
management experience. He served eight years on the
Poudre School District Board of Education, including
nearly three years as its President. In 2012, Ross
chaired the newly-formed Fort Collins Energy Board.
In addition to his volunteer efforts in the community,
Cunniff enjoys biking, hiking, stargazing,
woodworking, and working on his
electric car
conversions
in his spare time.