All articles by Sarah Brady

Sarah Brady

PEAC Solution hires global head of marketing and communication

William Nasri was most recently the global head of communications and corporate affairs for DLL.

Asset finance new business grew by 13% in May 2023: FLA

New UK figures show that total asset finance new business (primarily leasing) grew in May.

9 out of 10 dealers are aware of the upcoming Consumer Duty legislation

More than 9 out of 10 (91%) dealers surveyed are aware of the upcoming new Consumer Duty changes – an increase of 28% on the previous quarter.

Time Finance appoints BDM to its invoice finance team

Justin Nel started his career in private banking in South Africa at Investec Specialist Bank before moving to the UK.

Leasing Foundation to host ‘problem-solving’ workshop

The event ‘Power of Collaborative Problem Solving’ will take place on Tuesday the 18th of July from 3pm-6pm at the Mastercard Innovation Hub.

Seasonal business boosts small business growth forecast

This summer sees a two-year high for the proportion of seasonal businesses predicting growth for the quarter ahead.

‘Businesses overlooking Recovery Loan Scheme’ – Allica Bank

A lack of understanding surrounding the Recovery Loan Scheme (RLS) may be preventing businesses from accessing funding for growth.

Professors Without Borders appoints Andrew Denton Chair

Afla CEO to Chair charity that works to improve access to higher education for girls and women.

Mandatory bank referral system failing SMEs

The Finance & Leasing Association (FLA) is recommending a review of the Mandatory Bank Referral (MBR) system to help SMEs find alternative funding.

Paragon Bank appoints new SME lending regional sales manager

Paragon bank has appointed Paul Reynolds, former business manager for the Lloyd Motor Group, to SME lending regional sales manager.