NACFB reveals full shortlist for Commercial Broker Awards 2023

Prestigious awards return to recognise broking excellence

The National Association of Commercial Finance Brokers (NACFB) has announced the complete shortlist of brokers for this year’s highly anticipated Commercial Broker Awards.

The judging process, carried out by an independent panel of experts, involved a meticulous review of all broker submissions. Each entry was evaluated based on criteria of excellence, innovation, and a commitment to the highest industry standards. The judges had the challenging task of selecting the most exceptional entries among the impressive array of submissions.

Following the rigorous review process, the shortlisted brokers for each category have been identified and will now be presented to NACFB lender Patrons and Partners, who will play a vital role in selecting the ultimate winners. The winners will be chosen by combining the insightful considerations of the judging panel and votes from the Association’s Patrons and Partners – with a weighting towards the judges’ expert insights.

Commercial Broker Awards 2023 shortlist

Asset & Leasing Finance Broker of the Year – Sponsored by Haydock Finance

Alpha Asset Finance
Amplo Commercial Finance
Charles & Dean Finance
Halo Corporate Finance
Newable Finance
Oracle Car Finance
PMD Business Finance
Synergi Finance
Tower Leasing

Broker Network of the Year – Sponsored by YBS Commercial

Alpha Asset Finance
Commercial Finance Brokers UK
MBN (Moorgate Broker Network)
New Leaf Distribution
White Rose Finance Group

Buy-to-Let Mortgage Broker of the Year – Sponsored by OSB Group

Advanced Funding Solutions
Amplo Commercial Finance
DNA Financial Solutions
Jonathan Smith & Partners
Mortgages for Business
Signature Funding Solutions
South West Business Finance (SWBF)
Wharf Financial

Cashflow Finance Broker of the Year – Sponsored by Funding Circle

Blue Badger Financial
Choice Business Loans
Christie Finance
Hilton-Baird Financial Solutions
Millbrook Business Finance
Pilot Fish Finance
Rise Funding
YB Financial Advisory

Commercial Mortgage Broker of the Year – Sponsored by Lloyds Bank

Arc & Co. Structured Finance
Blue Badger Financial
Christie Finance
Coreco Specialist Finance
Finanze
Mesa Financial Consultants
Pilot Fish Finance
Watts Commercial Finance
White Rose Finance Group
YB Financial Advisory
2XL Commercial Finance

Deal of the Year – Sponsored by Time Finance

Approved Business Finance
BIZL
Cornerstone Finance Group
Empire Finance
MBN (Moorgate Broker Network)
Mortgages for Business
Philip Meek Commercial
Portman Asset Finance
Swoop Finance
Wharf Financial

Development Finance Broker of the Year – Sponsored by LendInvest

Arc & Co. Structured Finance
Beta Commercial Finance
FinSpace Group
Ice Cubed Property Finance
Positive Commercial Finance

Digital Broker of the Year – Sponsored by Red Flag Alert

Alpha Asset Finance
FinSpace Group
Provide Finance
Spark Finance
Swoop Finance

Industry Ambassador of the Year (NEW) – Sponsored by Cambridge & Counties Bank

David Farmer (Lime Consultancy)
Foyaz Ahmed (Rainstone Money)
Joe Wood (Think Business Loans)
Marc Champ (Wharf Financial)

Invoice Finance Broker of the Year – Sponsored by Ultimate Finance

Hilton-Baird Financial Solutions
Go-Factor
Simply Factoring Brokers
TSF Finance

Rising Star of the Year – Sponsored by Shawbrook Bank

Alastair Hoyne (Finanze)
Dilan Jadav (Halo Corporate Finance)
George Tartaglia (Approved Business Finance)
Jeppe Emil Frandsen (Swoop Finance)
Jesse Cole (Think Business Loans)
Jo Payne (Mesa Financial Consultants)
Joe Taylor (Wharf Financial)
Max Foxcroft (Ice Cubed Property Finance)
Morgan Lambert (Millbrook Business Finance)
Robin Edlington (Pilot Fish)
Sarah Sheeran (TSF Finance)
Tyler Burnip (DNA Financial Solutions)

Service Excellence Award (NEW) – Sponsored by Aldermore Bank

Bathgate Business Finance
Blue Badger Financial
Businessxbridge
Claratus Commercial Finance
DNA Financial Solutions
Finanze
MBN (Moorgate Broker Network)
MHA Financial Solutions
Mortgages for Business
2XL Commercial Finance

Short-term Finance Broker of the Year – Sponsored by MFS

Blue Badger Financial
Clever Lending
DNA Financial Solutions
Knox Capital Solutions
LDN Finance
Philip Meek Commercial
Pilot Fish Finance
Zoom Finance

SME Champion Award – Sponsored by Allica Bank

All Finance Solutions
Bathgate Business Finance
Beta Commercial Finance
Female Founder Finance
Newable Finance
Philip Meek Commercial
Synergi Finance
YB Financial Advisory

Sole Trader of the Year – Sponsored by NatWest Bank

Blue Badger Financial
Darkwood Commercial Finance
Finance 55
Icthus Consultants
James Murray Financial Services
Lime Finance Solutions
Unicorn Commercial Finance

NACFB managing director, Norman Chambers, congratulated all broker firms that have been shortlisted, saying: “We are immensely proud to witness the remarkable talent and dedication displayed by the shortlisted brokers this year. Your achievements are a testament to the professionalism and excellence within our industry.”

He also encouraged the shortlisted brokers to attend the prestigious awards ceremony, stating: “We extend an enthusiastic invitation to all shortlisted brokers to join us at the in-person ceremony. This remarkable event promises to be an inspiring celebration of broking excellence. Don’t miss the opportunity to connect with industry leaders, build valuable relationships, and witness the revealing of the winners firsthand.”

The in-person awards ceremony will take place from 1pm on Friday 15th September 2023, at Emirates Old Trafford (Lancashire County Cricket Ground) in Manchester. Tickets are currently available at an exclusive early bird rate for NACFB Member brokers, priced at £100+VAT each or £1,000+VAT per table of ten. The early bird rate will be valid until Monday 21^st August, after which the tickets will be priced at £180+VAT each or £1,800+VAT per table.

All tickets include a welcome drink upon arrival, a delectable three-course meal, and half a bottle of wine per person. NACFB brokers can purchase up to nine individual tickets or tables of ten.

For further information and to purchase tickets, visit commercialbrokerawards.co.uk

This year’s independent judging panel included: