First American Equipment Finance has been named #1 on the Rochester Top Workplaces 2026 list (midsize category, 125-399 FTE). This is First American’s sixth consecutive year ranking in first place.
The Top Workplaces list is based solely on employee feedback gathered through a third-party survey administered by employee engagement specialist Energage. The confidential survey uniquely measures the employee experience and its component themes, including employees feeling Respected and Supported, Enabled to Grow, and Empowered to Execute.
“First American is a nationwide business that has been headquartered in Rochester for over 25 years,” said Alan Sikora, CEO. “Our company is full of genuine, ambitious professionals that have built a culture based on our values. Each day, their commitment to excellence and helping each other succeed is inspiring.”
First American’s vision is to become the best company to work for, and the best company to work with. In 2026, USA Today and Energage ranked First American #5 nationwide (150-499 FTE category) on the Top Workplaces USA list. Best Companies Group named First American as the #1 Best Company to Work for in New York (250+ FTE). In 2025, Fortune magazine and Great Place to Work® ranked First American as a Best Workplace in NY™, a Best Medium Workplace™, a Best Workplace in Financial Services & Insurance™, and a Best Workplace for Parents™. First American was also recognized on the 2024 PEOPLE® Companies That Care list. Selling Power magazine named First American among the 60 Best Companies to Sell For in 2025.