FIRST Insurance Funding

Through FAIA's preferred provider, FIRST Insurance Funding, FAIA members and their clients can enjoy the benefits that come with access to one of the largest premium finance companies in North America. 

FIRST is one of the largest premium finance companies in North America and finances over $14 billion in loans annually. FIRST is authorized to do business in the 50 states, Canada, Puerto Rico, Guam, and USVI. 

The FAIA & FIRST Partnership

With over 30 years of experience, FIRST is dedicated to providing FAIA members with the tools necessary to grow their businesses. With a reputation for providing superior, innovative, and flexible service, FIRST is a true partner to insurance brokers and agents and equips them with customized solutions for their unique goals.

For more information, email Madeline Champany or call her at 850-728-1929.

FIRST Insurance Funding is a division of Lake Forest Bank & Trust Company, N.A., a Wintrust Community Bank.  Our parent company is Wintrust Financial Corporation, a $53+ billion financial holding company with a common stock traded on the Nasdaq Global Select Market (Nasdaq: WTFC). 

Wintrust’s financial resources provide FIRST with a strong, stable funding source and a low cost of funds. Neither FIRST nor Wintrust has any ownership interest in any insurance agency, so you will never partner with a competitor.