Finance and Accounting areas focused on supporting the growth of the organization.

JEFFERSONVILLE, Ind. (September 30, 2014) – Michael Walling has been named Chief Financial Officer for PetFirst, a national pet insurance company headquartered in Jeffersonville, Ind.

“PetFirst is excited to have Michael as part of our leadership team, overseeing the financial growth of our organization,” said Katie Grant, CEO of PetFirst.  “He brings more than 16 years of experience in accounting and finance to this role and also has a strong entrepreneurial background.”

Walling’s work history most recently stems from a manufacturing company where he led the efforts to streamline business processes and developed and integrated product line financial statements to identify return on investment for each line of business.  In his previous role, he also managed multiple departments such as Human Resources and Information Technology.

“I am very excited to join the PetFirst team. This is a dynamic company with great people, products and potential for growth,” said Walling. “It is my goal for the finance and accounting areas to continue to support the momentum the company has established and to ensure that we manage our growth in a way that secures the future of the company.”

Walling earned a Bachelor’s Degree with a focus in Accounting from Sullivan University, in Louisville, Ky., and a Master of Accountancy from the University of Louisville.

For more information on PetFirst, visit www.petfirst.com or call 877-894-7387.

About PetFirst
PetFirst is the fastest growing pet insurer in North America offering easy-to-understand life-long coverage for dogs and cats. PetFirst’s comprehensive coverage is unique in the industry providing simplified policies with coverage for hereditary, chronic and breed-specific conditions with no per diagnosis limits.  PetFirst offers pet insurance in all 50 states and the District of Columbia through animal welfare agencies, retailers, employers as well as other partners.  PetFirst polices are underwritten by American Alternative Insurance Corporation (Munich Re) which is rated by A.M. Best as A+.  Additional services are underwritten by Fireman’s Fund.  For more information about PetFirst pet insurance, visit www.petfirst.com or call 877-894-7387.
 
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