First Orion
First Orion is a telecommunications technology company founded in 2008 and based in North Little Rock, Arkansas, with additional offices in Seattle, London, Dubai, and São Paulo. The company employs over 350 people and specializes in advanced digital call experiences, focusing on branded communications and call protection solutions for carriers, enterprises, and developers. The company aims to enhance phone call transparency and security by providing data and technology that protect against unwanted and fraudulent calls. First Orion offers a range of solutions, including branded calling platforms like INFORM® and ENGAGE®, which allow businesses to customize their outbound calls. Their call protection services, such as SENTRY®, help prevent number spoofing and protect brand reputation. Additionally, the PrivacyStar® app assists consumers in blocking unwanted calls and reporting spam. First Orion serves major U.S. mobile carriers and partners with Fortune 500 companies, delivering solutions to hundreds of millions of consumers globally.
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Headcount trend
First Orion went from 334 employees in Jul 2023 to 312 in Jun 2025. Jan to Jun 2025: 12 people joined, 4 left.
Headcount data through Jun 2025
Org structure
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H-1B sponsorship
The department split adds up all the years listed above. FY2026 alone: 3 filings.
Funding
- Jan 2020 · Venture · $2.3M · Advantage Capital
- Jun 2017 · Venture · $300K
- Jul 2012 · $193K
- Nov 2010 · $4M
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First Orion FAQ
How many employees does First Orion have?
First Orion has about 312 employees, up 1% over the 3 months to Jun 2025.
Does First Orion sponsor H1B visas?
Yes. First Orion filed 3 H1B (LCA) applications in FY2026, according to the latest U.S. Department of Labor disclosures. Most of them were for Engineering roles.
How much does First Orion pay?
6figr has 9 salary profiles for First Orion in the US, with pay broken down by role, level, gender and ethnicity on the First Orion salaries page. See First Orion salaries
How much funding has First Orion raised?
First Orion has raised $6.75M in total funding.
Data from Company Prospectus, DOL LCA disclosures, WARN notices and 6figr salary profiles.