We are delighted to share the outcome of the recent Asset Finance Solutions (UK) Ltd Funder Awards 2023, a spectacular event held at The Belfry last Thursday, following our highly anticipated annual Meet the Funder Conference. The awards, which honour outstanding contributions to the world of Asset Finance, were a highlight of the event, with winners being nominated and voted for by our Appointed Representative community.

Hosted by the award-winning presenter and comedian Katherine Ryan, and AFS co-founder Justin Ford, the ceremony was a showcase of excellence in various facets of Asset Finance.

A full list of the awards, their sponsors, and the winners is below:

Hard Asset Funder of the Year

· Winner: Haydock Finance Ltd

· Sponsored by Scollick Business Finance Ltd

Soft Asset Funder of the Year

· Winner: Hampshire Trust Bank Plc

· Sponsored by Professional Systems Finance

Car Funder of the Year

· Winner: Paragon Motor Finance

· Sponsored by Apollo Capital Group Ltd

Technology Funder of the Year

· Winner: Investec Asset Finance

· Sponsored by Professional Systems Finance

Re-Finance Funder of the Year

· Winner: United Trust Bank Ltd

· Sponsored by Fitz Asset Finance Ltd

Commercial Loan Funder of the Year

· Winner: Funding Circle Ltd

· Sponsored by Approved Business Finance

Professions Funder of the Year

· Winner: Premium Credit Ltd

· Sponsored by JEC Business Finance Ltd

Broker Manager of the Year

· Winner: Kerry Pickering, United Trust Bank

· Sponsored by Post Financial Services Ltd

Sales Support Team of the Year

· Winner: Aldermore Bank Plc

· Sponsored by Professional Systems Finance

Credit Team of the Year

· Winner: Haydock Finance Ltd

· Sponsored by Penumbra Business Finance Ltd

EVO Funder of the Year

· Winner: Ultimate Finance

· Sponsored by Post Financial Services Ltd

Overall Outstanding Funder of the Year

Winner: Propel Finance

Sponsored by Asset Finance Solutions (UK) Ltd

Congratulations to all the winners for their exceptional contributions and a sincere thank you to our sponsors who have played an integral role in making this event a resounding success.

Contacts
AFS Group, Asset Finance Solutions & AFS Compliance
  • Greenbank Court, Challenge Way, Greenbank Business Park, Blackburn, BB1 5QB
  • Tel: 01254 958777
Synergy Commercial Finance
  • Unit 2, Foxoak Park, Common Road, York, YO19 5RZ
  • Tel: 01904 481786
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