We put clients first in everything we do. We build strong relationships based on understanding our clients’ goals, anticipating their needs and earning their trust and advocacy through sound judgement, exceptional advice and world-class execution.
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
Client First
We put clients first in everything we do. We build strong relationships based on understanding our clients’ goals, anticipating their needs and earning their trust and advocacy through sound judgement, exceptional advice and world-class execution.
Integrity
Operating with the highest level of integrity is at the core of how we work. It helps us make disciplined decisions and stand by our principles, so that we protect the trust placed in us.
Collaboration
We collaborate with speed and intention, and we rally around the decision. We use our combined strengths to unlock new possibilities and achieve what none of us could alone.
Respect
We foster a culture of empathy, inclusion, trust and humility, where our colleagues, clients and communities can bring their best, share ideas with confidence and succeed together.
Excellence
We execute with urgency and expertise, raising the bar through innovation. By attracting and developing outstanding talent fostering ambition and embracing bold solutions, we deliver superior results for clients, shareholders, and communities.
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Our disciplined lending approach, steady growth, and diverse portfolio translates into strength and stability for our clients.
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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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Our colleagues are loyal, passionate and care about the ultimate success of our clients. They pride themselves on accessibility, transparency, and long-term relationships.
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.*
Learn more about our commitment to serving clients and ways we are modernizing the financing experience.
Accolades
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.
*Source: Monitor 100 2025 | Vol. 52, No. 4
**Source: CLFP Foundation Member Directory
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