EquitiesFirst is a global investment firm that specializes in long-term equities-based financing solutions.  

The company provides capital for asset owners in exchange for equity holdings. EquitiesFirst acquires custody of the equity during the financing term, but returns the assets upon repayment, allowing the company’s partners to retain 100% of the equity upside appreciation.  

Established by entrepreneur and investor Alexander Christy Jr. in 2002, the company has issued over $7 billion in loans as of the first quarter of 2026.

The inspiration for EquitiesFirst stemmed from Christy's experience in 1997, when he helped secure financing for a family-owned apple farm in Michigan. The farm had no assets to leverage, except their holdings in publicly traded stocks. Christy identified a specialist capital provider in New York who could lend against equity assets, and he brokered a financing agreement, enabling the family to secure their business. 

This experience led Christy to explore the potential of financing against equities, eventually culminating in the formation of EquitiesFirst. The company's approach, which it calls "Progressive Capital," is designed to overcome traditional financing limitations by providing efficient access to liquidity for listed companies, entrepreneurs, and institutional investors based on the value of their publicly traded securities and equity holdings. 

With headquarters in Indianapolis, EquitiesFirst has an international presence spanning 12 offices across seven countries, including the United States, the United Kingdom, United Arab Emirates, China (Hong Kong, Shanghai, Beijing), South Korea, Singapore, and Australia (Brisbane, Sydney, Perth, Melbourne). The company is licensed and registered in all jurisdictions where it operates, adhering to stringent regulatory compliance and internal control measures to mitigate risks. 

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EquitiesFirst

EquitiesFirst's headquarters in Indianapolis, IN, United States

Alexander Al Christy

Jeff Smith

Simon Moore

Gordon Crosbie-Walsh

Julie Lapoint

This department oversees the strategic direction and operational execution of the organization.

Executive Leadership

This department comprises top executives overseeing strategic direction and organizational growth.

Leadership Group

The Regional Management Team at EquitiesFirst coordinates and oversees the company's operations and strategic initiatives within their respective regions. This includes ensuring regulatory compliance, optimizing business development efforts, fostering client relationships, and aligning regional goals with the global mission of providing equities-based financing solutions. The team is instrumental in driving growth and maintaining operational excellence across the various international markets in which EquitiesFirst operates.

Regional Management Team

The Accounting & Finance Team at EquitiesFirst manages the firm's financial records, ensures compliance with financial regulations, and oversees the company's budgeting, auditing, and financial reporting processes. The team supports operations by analyzing financial data, preparing detailed financial statements, and coordinating with international offices to maintain fiscal accuracy and transparency. This team is crucial for maintaining the integrity and efficiency of EquitiesFirst's global financial operations.

Accounting & Finance Team

This department oversees organizational leadership and strategic direction.

Management Division

This department manages the operational functions and administrative processes to support organizational efficiency.

EquitiesFirst

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Executive Leadership

Leadership Group

Regional Management Team

Accounting & Finance Team

Management Division

Operations and Administration

Offices

EquitiesFirst

Org chart

Teams

Executive Leadership

Leadership Group

Regional Management Team

Accounting & Finance Team

Management Division

Operations and Administration

Offices

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