Annual General Meeting

Download the AGM brochure

Use the button below to download a digital copy of the NACFB AGM brochure for 2024, including an overview of proposed changes to the NACFB’s Articles, resolutions and company information.

Minutes from the 2023 AGM are available upon request. Rewatch the full live 2023 proceedings here.

Register to attend

The 2024 Annual General Meeting of the Company will be virtually live streamed from 11:30am on Thursday 12th December 2024. All full NACFB Members are invited to attend the virtual AGM by registering for the live event using the button below.

Gary Cain, Head of Funding – Leonard Curtis

An ACMA-qualified accountant, Gary Cain brings over 25 years of expertise in invoice finance and commercial funding to both his role at Leonard Curtis and on the board of the NACFB. Nearly 15 years ago, he founded the commercial finance brokerage, originally known as Reach Commercial Finance, building a nationwide team to deliver tailored funding solutions for SMEs. Under Gary’s direction, the debt advisory team launched in 2022, expanding its services to include cash flow projection, HMRC negotiation, and RPO loan support. As head of funding at Leonard Curtis, Gary now leads both the commercial finance and debt advisory teams, ensuring that businesses receive responsive, strategic support for their funding needs, whether navigating challenges or seizing new opportunities.

Steve Olejnik, Founder – Dovecote Property Finance

With over 30 years in financial services, including 12 years at NatWest and more than two decades as a commercial mortgage broker, Steve Olejnik is a seasoned leader in property finance. Joining the NACFB as a director in 2020, Steve has been pivotal in driving initiatives such as the Broker Academy, dedicated to advancing skills in the sector. Now serving as Interim Vice-Chair, he applies his wealth of industry expertise and leadership to support the trade body’s mission. Recognised as an authority in complex financing, Steve has received multiple awards, including Complex Buy-to-Let Broker of the Year (British Specialist Lending Awards, 2017) and Buy-to-Let Broker of the Year (British Mortgage Awards, 2012), underscoring his commitment to excellence in finance for property investors.

Tom Perkins, Director & Co-Founder – Charles & Dean

Tom Perkins is a highly regarded leader in the finance industry with over a decade of experience at the helm of Charles & Dean, a prominent finance brokerage he co-founded. Known for his innovative approach, Tom has transformed Charles & Dean into a multi-disciplinary, customer-centric brokerage, supporting over 6,000 clients. He is a passionate advocate for best practices in the finance sector, regularly sharing his insights at major industry events like the NACFB’s Commercial Finance Expo and Asset Finance Connect. As a non-executive director for NACFB, Tom brings a strategic vision, focused on bridging the needs of brokers and funders. His expertise includes leveraging technology, fostering partnerships, and driving educational initiatives that benefit the NACFB’s Members. Tom’s commitment to excellence, transparency, and ethical standards reflects his dedication to strengthening the finance industry and ensuring meaningful, sustainable impact for brokers and small businesses alike.

Evette Orams, Managing Director – Hilton-Baird Financial Solutions

Evette Orams is the managing director of Hilton-Baird Financial Solutions, a multi-award-winning commercial finance brokerage specialising in invoice finance. With an extensive background in the sector, she has successfully grown the brokerage, building strong partnerships with invoice and asset financiers. Her strategic leadership, operational excellence, and focus on mentoring high-performing teams have distinguished Hilton-Baird as a trusted industry leader. Evette’s expertise in structuring deals, managing risk, and nurturing relationships allows her to deliver exceptional value to clients and stakeholders. Actively involved in promoting industry standards, she collaborates with UK Finance on training initiatives, advancing best practices and compliance. As a non-executive director for NACFB, Evette’s collaborative leadership style and in-depth industry insights position her to make a meaningful impact, supporting the Association’s mission to enhance standards and champion sustainable growth within the commercial finance sector.