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 21st 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:
- Alejandro Gonzalez (Leasing Life)
- Alex Waterman (UK Finance)
- Bob Lefroy (Business Money)
- David Newborough (Ashgates)
- Francis Evans (Department for Business and Trade)
- Gaynor Dykes (British Business Bank)
- Jennifer Tankard (UK Finance)
- Jess Bird (The Intermediary)
- Jo Atkin (B Clear Communications)
- Lee Tillcock (Moneyfacts Group)
- Ray Cohen (Jackson Cohen)
- Robin Skuse (Broker/Leasing World)
- Russ Lewis (Specialist Director)
- Ryan Fowler (The Intermediary)
- Simon Goldie (Finance & Leasing Association)
- Theo Hadjimichael (Responsible Finance)
- Prof. Trevor Williams (University of Derby)
- Vic Jannels (Association of Short-term Lenders)