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Leasing & Financing

Whether you are a business executive looking to invest in new equipment or a vendor seeking financing options for your clients, you can leverage flexible financing through First American.

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Case Studies

See firsthand how organizations have achieved their goals with customized financing from First American.

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Get to Know Us

We’re one of the of the country’s largest equipment finance companies that provides leasing and financing to established commercial borrowers throughout the United States and Canada.* First American is a wholly owned subsidiary of City National Bank, an RBC company. This allows us to offer you competitive rates while delivering unique value through our focused, industry-aligned teams.

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But we’re so much more than that

We are hardworking professionals who genuinely care about our clients—where they are today and where they want to be in the future.

We thrive on long-term relationships built on trust and integrity. Our award-winning company culture is full of passion, inclusion, and a commitment to community.

We are not about the status quo. We are about making a lasting impact for our clients, colleagues, and communities.

 

Our Mission

To grow businesses by passionately and professionally earning long-term relationships

Our Vision

To be the best company to work for, and the best company to work with

Our Values

Be Positive, Earn Relationships, Strive for Excellence, Take Action

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By the Numbers

$4B

Finance Portfolio

Our disciplined lending approach, steady growth, and diverse portfolio translates into strength and stability for our clients.

157

CLFPs (the most in the world)

First American employs more Certified Lease & Finance Professionals than any company in the world.** Work with the best and the brightest in the industry.

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Dedicated Colleagues

Our colleagues are loyal, passionate and care about the ultimate success of our clients. They pride themselves on accessibility, transparency, and long-term relationships.

U.S. Lease Portfolio

First American is one of the top equipment finance companies in the U.S., ranked by both new business volume and net assets by Monitor Magazine.*

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6,000+

Clients

Served across the U.S. and Canada

7

Years

Average client tenure

12th

Largest

Bank-owned equipment finance lessor in the U.S.*

6,000+ Clients

Served across the U.S. and Canada

7 Years

Average client tenure

12th Largest

Bank-owned equipment finance lessor in the U.S.*

Our Impact

Corporate Citizenship

We use the power of our people, passion, and resources to make a positive impact in our communities.

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Corporate

Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion

We are committed to being a company that reflects the diversity of the Greater Rochester Region and we strive to create an equitable and inclusive culture where all colleagues belong and thrive.

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Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion

Sustainability

As a business, we can make a significant impact on the environment, which is why it’s so important to establish initiatives to ensure we are protecting our earth.

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Sustainability

Meet the Leadership Team

Our leadership team is made up of dedicated, focused, and experienced finance professionals. Their expertise and commitment to enhancing the client experience is evident in everything they do.

Leadership Team
Our People

CEO Commitment Letter

Learn more about our commitment to serving clients and ways we are modernizing the financing experience.

In the news

December 3, 2024

2024 Best Workplaces for Parents

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First American Best Workplaces for Parents

September 11, 2024

Best in Financial Services

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August 28, 2024

Best Medium Workplaces

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Accolades

Award Winning Culture

First American is a place where high performers flourish, everyone is valued, collaboration and innovation are rewarded, and a place that’s been nationally recognized for our culture and community involvement.


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*Source: Monitor 100 2025 | Vol. 52, No. 4

**Source: CLFP Foundation Member Directory

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