AnswerFirst Communications

24/7 Live Answering, Virtual Receptionist & Call Center Solutions
1602 N 21st St, Tampa, Florida 33605, United States
https://answerfirst.com

AnswerFirst Communications Overview

Number of Employees
100 - 249
Minimal Budget
Under $1,000
Average Hourly Rate
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Year Founded
1998
Were proud to be the highest-rated answering service on Google, with 4.8 stars from 500+ clients! We provide telephone answering services to more than 6000 businesses around the globe.

Since 1998, AnswerFirst has supported thousands of businesses with reliable 24/7 live answering and inbound call center services.

With more than 25 years of experience, a talented U.S.-based team, and the right technology behind us, were able to provide support that fits your exact communication needs helping you build lasting, productive, and profitable customer relationships.

We answer calls around the clock so your business is always available, day or night. From message taking and lead capture to order processing and after-hours or overflow support, every service is tailored to how your team works.

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Industries

  • Corporate Services
  • Finance
  • Legal
  • Real Estate
  • Health Care
  • Software & IT Services
  • Insurance
  • Government
  • Wellness & Fitness
  • Other

Client Types

  • Startups
  • Small Businesses
  • Medium Businesses
  • Enterprise / Corporate

AnswerFirst Communications Reviews


Reviews from Google Maps are available on this profile.
As a small law office, we used AnswerFirst for about a year. We opted not to have calls recorded as their system has an irritating "beep" that sounds in the background while customers are on the phone. We thought things were going well. Several months later we signed up for CallRail, which recorded all incoming calls. We began to see a pattern of poorly handled calls. When we shared this information with management, and offered to provide the recording, they said "no thanks." The probems continued. For instance one caller asked if we did simple Wills. The AnswerFirst agent said, "No, we only do Estate Planning." After sharing these simple issues with management nothing changed. We asked if they could give us an adjustment to our bill based on the poorly handled responses. They said "No." We notified them this week we were switching carriers and they acted like they could care less. DO NOT use them as they cannot handle the simplest of calls. "
Johnson Legal PLLC's Review Sourced from Google
Outstanding After-Hours Answering Service – Highly Recommend for Service-Based BusinessesWe've transitioned to AnswerFirst about four months ago for our after-hours answering service needs, and they’ve exceeded every expectation. Their live agent support, combined with responsive customer service and advanced technology integration, has provided our team with a seamless and professional solution that far surpasses our previous provider.What sets AnswerFirst apart is their adaptability to our unique workflows, quick response times, and overall attention to detail. As a service business, having a reliable, U.S.-based call center is essential and AnswerFirst delivers with consistency and clarity.Their platform gives us the functionality we need, and the quality of their after-hours call handling has significantly improved both our internal efficiency and our customer experience.If you're a service-based company looking for high-quality live agents, professional support, and a partner who understands urgency and accountability, I highly recommend AnswerFirst. Exceptional value, exceptional team.Demetri KaroutsosDirector, CareMaster "
Demetri Karoutsos's Review Sourced from Google
Finally, and I mean FINALLY an inbound call center who does what they say they will do, and does it excellently.Danielle and Robert have been incredible helping me with my campaigns, and ensuring everything is flowing smoothly.I highly recommend giving them a shot for your call inbound call needs. "
Scott Lady's Review Sourced from Google
I had a wonderfully easy experience during the setup and testing process with Danielle and Stephanie. The ongoing service and promptness is amazing. So glad I signed up! "
kristin kneisel's Review Sourced from Google
Excellent! This company truly delivers on the customer experience. After having tried an AI answering service, with poor results, I was referred to Answer First. Immediately I was surprised by the professionalism that this company exhibits. It truly helped with our phone answering needs. Stephanie and Danielle went above and beyond what was expected. We truly are one happy customer. "
Paul Bojko's Review Sourced from Google

AnswerFirst Communications Team Bios

President & CEO
Matt Herron
President & CEO
Matt has led AnswerFirst since it opened in 1998, growing the company into a top-rated answering service with a people-first approach. His leadership is rooted in transparency, innovation, and a commitment to empowering employees to do their best work.
Director of Smiles
Penny Herron
Director of Smiles
Penny leads our customer service and client management effortsmaking sure every client feels supported, heard, and valued. She also oversees all charitable initiatives and plays a key role in fostering the positive, people-first culture that defines AnswerFirst.
Contact Center Manager
Barbie Drew-Rau
Contact Center Manager
As AnswerFirsts Contact Center Manager, Barbie brings firsthand experience in what it takes to deliver exceptional customer service. She oversees the day-to-day operations of our call center, supporting both our team and the clients we serve.
Sales Manager
Teri Leggett
Sales Manager
Teri helps businesses discover smarter ways to manage their calls and customer communications. She works closely with prospective clients to identify the right solutions for their needs, making her a key resource for anyone exploring AnswerFirsts services.
IT Manager
Russell Scherker
IT Manager
Russell leads AnswerFirsts technology operations and integrations. With decades of IT experience, he ensures our systems run smoothly and securely while keeping our platform connected to the tools our clients rely on.

AnswerFirst Communications Clients

AAMCO
ABM
AFC Urgent Care
AFLAC
Bauer Food, LLC (Operates McDonald's)
Berkshire Hathaway
Brookhaven National Lab
Coldwell Banker
Century 21
Cushman and Wakefield
Colliers International
Florida's Natural Growers
General Electric (GE)
Johns Hopkins Facilities
Keiser University
Keller Williams
LexisNexis Risk Solutions
Pye Barker Fire & Safety
Research Autopsy Center at Stanford
RE/MAX
TD SYNNEX
TECO
Weston Legal
WSP USA

AnswerFirst Communications Awards

#3 - Fortune Best Workplaces for Women 2025
#13 - Fortune Best Medium Workplaces 2025
#18 Best Workplaces in Consulting & Pro Services
Fortune | #74 Best Medium Workplaces
Fortune | #26 Best Workplace for Millennials