Making regulation work for everyone

The asset and auto finance sector faces a tsunami of regulatory activity which risks drowning out the industry’s own efforts to ensure best outcomes for consumers, unless all parties join together to build an infrastructure that protects everyone.

Making regulation work for everyone

Jun 10, 2024

The asset and auto finance sector faces a tsunami of regulatory activity which risks drowning out the industry’s own efforts to ensure best outcomes for consumers, unless all parties join together to build an infrastructure that protects everyone.

AFC welcomes new corporate member Aldermore

Asset Finance Connect (AFC) is pleased to announce Aldermore as its newest corporate member. “We are delighted that Aldermore has joined Asset Finance Connect as a corporate member,” said Edward Peck, CEO of AFC. “This network of professionals will support the growth of the asset finance industry by participating in our in-person and digital events, sharing industry insights with colleagues and peers, and making valuable forward-thinking contributions to the sector.”

AFC welcomes new corporate member Aldermore

Jun 04, 2024

Asset Finance Connect (AFC) is pleased to announce Aldermore as its newest corporate member. “We are delighted that Aldermore has joined Asset Finance Connect as a corporate member,” said Edward Peck, CEO of AFC. “This network of professionals will support the growth of the asset finance industry by participating in our in-person and digital events, sharing industry insights with colleagues and peers, and making valuable forward-thinking contributions to the sector.”

Stellantis announces changes in leadership team

Stellantis has announced changes to its leadership team, effective from June 1st. Luca Napolitano will be appointed Chief Sales & Marketing Officer at Stellantis, in addition to his current responsibility as Lancia brand CEO. Napolitano will replace Thierry Koskas who will now focus on the expansion of the Citroën brand.

Stellantis announces changes in leadership team

May 30, 2024

Stellantis has announced changes to its leadership team, effective from June 1st. Luca Napolitano will be appointed Chief Sales & Marketing Officer at Stellantis, in addition to his current responsibility as Lancia brand CEO. Napolitano will replace Thierry Koskas who will now focus on the expansion of the Citroën brand.

Thought Leaders

Asset finance facing emerging economic and compliance challenges

May 09, 2024

The pace of change in the asset finance sector is accelerating with economic challenges, new regulation, evolving technology, and players constantly changing in the market. Everyone in the asset finance sector needs to be ready to reorganise and adjust to a rapidly changing world. A host of asset finance leaders came together at the Asset Finance Connect (AFC) Autumn 2023 Conference to explore the emerging economic and compliance challenges facing the evolving industry as we entered 2024.

Appointments

New chairman appointed at WeDo Business Services

May 28, 2024

The former chief executive of a division of Close Brothers has been appointed as the new chairman of WeDo Business Services. James Broadhead spent more than 20 years at Close Brothers Motor Finance. He joined in 2000 as operations director and later spent nearly 14 years as CEO of its UK and Ireland business. Before joining Close Brothers, he worked at Abbey National in a number of roles, including heading its debt recovery business.

Leasing Professionals

Auto Trader announced as AFC’s data and insights partner for automotive

May 25, 2024

Asset Finance Connect (AFC) is pleased to welcome Auto Trader as its Data and Insights Partner for Automotive. “Auto Trader is at the forefront of the UK automotive marketplace, providing the latest data and intelligence to the industry,” said Edward Peck, CEO of AFC. “We are thrilled to have them as our data and insights partner for the auto industry. Their forward-thinking contributions, knowledge, and awareness of current trends in the auto market will be invaluable to the AFC community."