The Utica First Insurance Company of Oneida County NY was granted a charter to operate as an Advance Premium Co-op in November of 1903.
Decades of gradual growth and profitability followed. For many years, the Utica Fire Insurance Building was a familiar landmark in the Utica skyline.
In 1973, the company moved to a new location in Oriskany, NY, adjacent to the busy Oneida County Airport. By the 1980's, the company was writing business in much of the northeast and several southern states as well. In 1993, the company name was formally changed to Utica First Insurance Company.
The last 25 years have been marked by rapid change and profitable growth, following the development of an innovative Artisan Contractor product, a highly competitive Businessowners Policy, and several unique Homeowners policies that highlighted the innovative thinking at Utica First.
Today, Utica First is led by President/CEO Scott Shatraw and stands as a highly esteemed regional insurance company, with an AM Best rating of "A". Throughout our journey, we have established a proven track record of growth, profitability, and unwavering commitment to our employees, policyholders, and independent agent and broker partners.
