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 to achieve your goals.
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Leasing & Financing Overview
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Equipment Financing Equipment Financing
Discover how we can help streamline your capital projects through our equipment financing solutions.
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Vendor Financing Vendor Financing
Integrated vendor financing programs—designed to simplify your customers' purchasing experience. Explore how our vendor programs can help you sell more, faster.
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Commercial Cards
Commercial Cards Commercial Cards
Transform the way you manage expenses and close your books faster with the City National Visa Commercial Card program presented by First American.
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Leasing & Financing Overview
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Industries Industry Specialization
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About About Us
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Meet Your Team
First American is comprised of experienced finance professionals who are committed to providing an exceptional client experience.
Ray
Poole
BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT MANAGER
Ray develops customer payment solutions that enhance and accelerate a vendor’s sales process.
Ray has launched some of the largest and most productive vendor financing programs in North America over the past 15 years. Whether the challenge is securing incremental revenue for hardware and software manufacturers or monetizing committed use programs (such as subscriptions and HaaS/SaaS), he is passionate about delivering the right strategies to grow vendor business.
His experience in finance, healthcare, manufacturing and technology have aided his success in structuring innovative go-to-market strategies for his vendors. He is an active member of the Equipment Leasing and Finance Association (ELFA), Healthcare Financial Management Association (HFMA) and Healthcare Information and Management Systems Society (HIMSS).
WHAT CLIENTS SAY...
"Ray is a valued partner and trusted advisor. He has given our company much needed flexibility during these times and has contributed to our bottom line."
National Sales Manager
Manufacturing Company in MA
"Innovative, accessible and always professional best characterizes my experience working with Ray over the last several years. Ray consistently offers unique financing options with favorable terms and competitive rates."
CFO
Technology Company in MO
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MORE ABOUT RAY
Education:
- Bachelor’s degree from Louisiana Tech University
- MBA from Pepperdine University
- Post-graduate studies in Accounting from St. John’s University
Outside of Work:
In his spare time, he loves to travel. He has traveled to more than 22 countries, has lived in 5 different states and speaks 3 different languages.
Ray Poole
BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT MANAGER
Ray develops customer payment solutions that enhance and accelerate a vendor’s sales process.
Ray has launched some of the largest and most productive vendor financing programs in North America over the past 15 years. Whether the challenge is securing incremental revenue for hardware and software manufacturers or monetizing committed use programs (such as subscriptions and HaaS/SaaS), he is passionate about delivering the right strategies to grow vendor business.
His experience in finance, healthcare, manufacturing and technology have aided his success in structuring innovative go-to-market strategies for his vendors. He is an active member of the Equipment Leasing and Finance Association (ELFA), Healthcare Financial Management Association (HFMA) and Healthcare Information and Management Systems Society (HIMSS).
WHAT CLIENTS SAY...
"Ray is a valued partner and trusted advisor. He has given our company much needed flexibility during these times and has contributed to our bottom line."
National Sales Manager
Manufacturing Company in MA
"Innovative, accessible and always professional best characterizes my experience working with Ray over the last several years. Ray consistently offers unique financing options with favorable terms and competitive rates."
CFO
Technology Company in MO
MORE ABOUT RAY
Education:
- Bachelor’s degree from Louisiana Tech University
- MBA from Pepperdine University
- Post-graduate studies in Accounting from St. John’s University
Outside of Work:
In his spare time, he loves to travel. He has traveled to more than 22 countries, has lived in 5 different states and speaks 3 different languages.