Reward Funding has promoted Tom Annetts to business development director as it looks to expand its presence across the Thames Valley.
Annetts (main picture, right) will join the lender’s London and South East team, with responsibility for growing its relationships with SMEs and property professionals across the region.
Having previously worked in portfolio management, he brings experience of supporting clients throughout the funding process and an understanding of the challenges businesses can encounter after completing a facility.
The promotion forms part of Reward’s wider regional expansion strategy, which has included additions to its teams in the Midlands, Greater London and the North East.
It follows the lender’s loan book exceeding £350m for the first time in its 15-year history.
BUSINESS FLEXIBILITY
Annetts says: “I’ve been with the Reward team for a number of years now, and the job is still as exciting as it was on day one. Reward’s reputation is industry leading, and it is known for being agile, relationship-led and genuinely committed to supporting SMEs across the country.
“I’m looking forward to hitting the ground running with this new role and building our presence across the Thames Valley and wider South East region.
“There’s a lot of businesses out there needing funding flexibility at the moment. Even with the current economic uncertainty, opportunities still exist and funding to bridge gaps are needed. The Reward team and I are here and ready to support businesses that want to grow.”
Simon Adcock (main picture, left), regional director for London and the South East at Reward Funding, adds: “The Thames Valley remains a hugely important region for ambitious SMEs and property professionals.
“Tom’s promotion ensures we continue to invest in local relationships and regional expertise as demand for flexible funding continues to grow.”
