Statement Regarding Firstsource Advantage Expansion

Senator Michael H. Ranzenhofer

March 8, 2017

Empire State Development announced today that Firstsource Advantage, LLC will expand its headquarters in the Town of Amherst. The expansion project- including new equipment, increased space, and more staff- will help the leading global collections service provider meet new contract demands. The project is expected to retain 620 full-time permanent positions and create 82 new jobs by June 2020.

Senator Michael Ranzenhofer has issued the following statement:

"This major investment, as well as the creation of 82 new jobs, by a leading global company is further proof that the Town of Amherst is a great place to do business because of our strong workforce and educational institutions. I commend the leadership team at Firstsource Advantage for selecting Western New York to expand and grow."

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