Northbrook , IL – July 1, 2015 – Justin Berry has joined FIRST Insurance Funding Corp. (FIRST) as senior vice president. Berry will manage the Midwest team and other national account activities.

“We’re very pleased to have Justin join the team,” said FIRST CEO Mark Steenberg. “His background, industry familiarity and leadership will be a great compliment to the FIRST model.”

Berry has a finance degree from Arizona State University and also a Master of Business Administration. He has held leadership positions with MarshBerry, Lighthouse Marketplace and major insurance carriers.

About FIRST Insurance Funding Corp.
FIRST Insurance Funding Corp., based in Northbrook, Illinois, is one of the largest premium finance companies in North America providing insurance agents with complete financial solutions for agencies. Incorporated in 1990 as a small, start-up premium finance company, FIRST later merged with four community banks to form Wintrust Financial Corporation. FIRST leads the premium finance industry with its innovative technology, reliable service, and unmatched flexibility. FIRST is endorsed by The Council of Insurance Agents and Brokers, Assurex Global, and MarshBerry.