First American Earns Top Score in Human Rights Campaign Foundation’s Corporate Equality Index for Sixth Time

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First American Financial Corporation (NYSE: FAF) earns a score of 100 on the Human Rights Campaign Foundation’s 2023-2024 Corporate Equality Index (CEI), making it a 'Leader in LGBTQ+ Workplace Inclusion'. The company has consistently received top marks in the CEI for six consecutive editions. First American's CEO, Ken DeGiorgio, emphasizes the respect and inclusivity demonstrated by the company's people, fueling its leadership position in the title and settlement services industry. The CEI rates companies on non-discrimination policies, equitable benefits, inclusive culture, and corporate social responsibility. First American's recognition reflects its commitment to workplace equality and diversity. The company has also received workplace culture recognition from Great Place to Work®, Fortune Magazine, Fast Company, and others, marking its consistent achievement in creating a positive work environment.

—Company earns a score of 100 and is designated a “Leader in LGBTQ+ Workplace Inclusion”—

SANTA ANA, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- First American Financial Corporation (NYSE: FAF), a premier provider of title, settlement and risk solutions for real estate transactions and the leader in the digital transformation of its industry, today announced that the company earned a score of 100 on the Human Rights Campaign Foundation’s 2023-2024 Corporate Equality Index (CEI), the nation’s foremost benchmarking survey and report measuring corporate policies and practices related to LGBTQ+ workplace equality. First American has earned top marks in six consecutive editions of the CEI.

“Earning this recognition reflects the respect and inclusivity our people demonstrate in their relationships with each other, our customers and the communities we serve every day,” said Ken DeGiorgio, CEO, First American Financial Corporation. “The diversity and collaborative spirit of our people continues to fuel our leadership position within the title and settlement services industry and is foundational to our world-class culture.”

The 2023-2024 CEI rates companies on detailed criteria falling under four central pillars – non-discrimination policies across business entities, equitable benefits for LGBTQ+ workers and their families, supporting an inclusive culture and corporate social responsibility. By satisfying all the CEI’s criteria and earning a top score of 100, First American was named a recipient of the Equality 100 Award: Leader in LGBTQ+ Workplace Inclusion.

“For well over two decades, businesses have played an important role in furthering LGBTQ+ equality by centering employee needs and voices when it comes to workplace inclusion,” said RaShawn “Shawnie” Hawkins, senior director of workplace equality at the Human Rights Campaign Foundation. “While there is much more work to be done, year-over-year growth in CEI participation is evidence of a business community that recognizes the responsibility and value in upholding equity and inclusion.”

For more information on the CEI, or to view the full report, visit www.hrc.org/cei.

Additional Workplace Culture Recognition

Earlier this year, First American was named one of the 100 Best Companies to Work For by Great Place to Work^® and Fortune Magazine for the eighth consecutive year, and recognized as one of the 100 Best Workplaces for Innovators by Fast Company. Additionally, First American was selected as one of the 2023 Fortune Best Workplaces for Women™, marking the eighth consecutive year the company has earned a spot on the list. In September, the company was also named one of the Best Workplaces in Financial Services & Insurance™ by Great Place to Work and Fortune for the seventh year in a row.

The company’s Canadian subsidiary, FCT, has been named by Great Place to Work to the Best Workplaces™ in Canada – 1000+ Employees list for the past nine years and certified FCT as a Great Place to Work.

About First American

First American Financial Corporation (NYSE: FAF) is a premier provider of title, settlement and risk solutions for real estate transactions. With its combination of financial strength and stability built over more than 130 years, innovative proprietary technologies, and unmatched data assets, the company is leading the digital transformation of its industry. First American also provides data products to the title industry and other third parties; valuation products and services; mortgage subservicing; home warranty products; banking, trust and wealth management services; and other related products and services. With total revenue of $7.6 billion in 2022, the company offers its products and services directly and through its agents throughout the United States and abroad. In 2023, First American was named one of the 100 Best Companies to Work For by Great Place to Work^® and Fortune Magazine for the eighth consecutive year and was named one of the 100 Best Workplaces for Innovators by Fast Company. More information about the company can be found at www.firstam.com.

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FAQ

What is the Human Rights Campaign Foundation’s 2023-2024 Corporate Equality Index (CEI)?

The CEI is a benchmarking survey and report measuring corporate policies and practices related to LGBTQ+ workplace equality.

How did First American Financial Corporation (NYSE: FAF) perform in the CEI?

First American earned a score of 100, designating it as a 'Leader in LGBTQ+ Workplace Inclusion'. It has consistently received top marks in the CEI for six consecutive editions.

What workplace culture recognitions has First American received?

The company has been named one of the 100 Best Companies to Work For, one of the 100 Best Workplaces for Innovators, and one of the Best Workplaces for Women. It has also been recognized as one of the Best Workplaces in Financial Services & Insurance and as a Great Place to Work in Canada.

Who is the CEO of First American Financial Corporation?

Ken DeGiorgio is the CEO of First American Financial Corporation.