Kristen Palmer

Through our Des Plaines, IL office, Kristen Palmer serves as Vice President - Accounts Receivable Financing at First Business Bank, drawing on more than a decade of financial services experience. She has held key positions with several specialty commercial finance lenders, where she structured revolving lines of credit, analyzed risk, and managed underwriting processes. Kristen's hands-on experience enables her to deliver customized solutions that help clients improve cash flow, achieve their business goals, and maintain a competitive edge.

Kristen earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Interdisciplinary Studies from Virginia Commonwealth University. Since 2018, Kristen has been active within the South Florida financial community, serving as President of the South Florida Chapter of the Secured Finance Network (SFNet). This commitment to industry engagement and continuous learning ensures that she remains at the forefront of industry trends and best practices, allowing her to deliver the highest level of service to our clients.