Credit Strategy

Introducing the #LendingAwards 2024 judges ⭐     We are thrilled to announce the distinguished panel of judges for this year’s Lending Awards. These industry leaders will be evaluating the incredible entries, and we are honoured to have their expertise and insight to choose the 2024 winners 🏆   Entries for the Lending Awards close next Friday, 9 August ⏰, so you'll have to be fast!   🌟 Adam Small Head of Operations, Evolution Funding Ltd   🌟 Andrew Woodhouse Head of Risk, Novuna Business Finance   🌟 Andy Taylor Sales Director, Haydock Finance Ltd   🌟 Chris Arthur-McGuire Senior Manager - Retail Credit Risk, Yorkshire Building Society   🌟 Mark Goldman Managing Director, Nucleus Commercial Finance   🌟 Nick Smith Chief Product and Lending Officer - UK, Revolut   🌟 Paul Isherwood Head of Business Credit, Virgin Money   🌟 Peter Rees Head of Credit Risk, Lloyds Banking Group   🌟 Will Atkinson Senior Policy Manager, Finance & Leasing Association   Mark your calendars for 20 November 2024 and join us in celebrating across the lending industry!     Enter here ➡ https://lnkd.in/eid5Xq9Z   #LendingAwards

 🌟 Don't miss the session: Does your AI discriminate? Featuring: 👤 Tasneem Bhamji 🔹 Strategy & Innovation Director, Lloyds Banking Group 👤 Shannon Faulkner 🔹 Business & Success Coach, TheBluDoor At the 2023 conference, we heard from leading ladies on breaking the bias in AI and technology. This year, let's explore: ✅ Progress since 2023 ✅ Importance of diverse voices in tech ✅ Addressing biases in algorithms ✅ The importance of fair AI ✅ New innovations in the field Let's dive into the advancements and what still needs to be done to ensure inclusive and fair AI! 🤖 Book today at: https://lnkd.in/exUWPbuy

Keynote speaker announcement 🎉 We’re thrilled to announce that Nadia Edwards-Dashti, author of "Fintech Women Walk the Talk," is our keynote speaker at #WiCConference this year! 🌟 Nadia has dedicated her career to increasing visibility for women in financial services, founding Harrington Star in 2010 and tackling discrimination and racism head-on. With 11,000 LinkedIn followers, a Forbes contributor, and a university speaker, she is truly a industry trailblazer. Don’t miss hearing from one of the industry's most influential voices! 👉Book today at: https://lnkd.in/exUWPbuy #WiCConference

🚨 Only 3 days left until The Collections & Vulnerability Awards Entry deadline! This is your final call to enter for the industry event of the year! 🌟 Categories include: Vulnerable Customer Support initiative Debt Advice Provider of the Year Company award for Climate Risk action Best Company to work for Best Use of Technology Entries close on 26th July—submit your entries today! 📅 https://lnkd.in/eFpuSD_h #CVAwards24

 🌟 Join us as we delve into the essentials of creating an inclusive workforce with esteemed speakers: 👤 Craig Downing 🔹 Equality and Inclusion Manager, The Co-operative Bank plc 👤 Victoria Loosmore 🔹 Experienced Senior Leader in Car Finance During Credit Week, we learned about the FCA’s new rules for ‘specific board targets’ to drive board diversification. Now, let's go beyond regulations and discuss key elements for true inclusion: ✅ Changing company policies for inclusion ✅ Encouraging shared parental leave for all genders ✅ Supporting parents, guardians, and carers ✅ Menopause awareness ✅ Establishing support groups Let's work together to make workplaces more inclusive for everyone! 💪 Book today at: https://lnkd.in/exUWPbuy

🚨 Final Call for Entries! The deadline to enter the Women in Credit Awards is this Friday 19th July! 🌟 If you haven't submitted your entry for the WIC Awards yet, now's your last chance! ⏳ 🏆 Stand Out: Showcase your innovations and achievements 🌍 Get Recognised: Gain global exposure and elevate your brand 🤝 Network: Connect with industry leaders and trailblazers Don't miss out! Submit your entry by this Friday and make your mark. 🚀 >>https://lnkd.in/dWNSzfm #WicAwards

Have you booked your place at #WiCConference? ✅ Session in the spotlight: Advancing women in the workplace 🔝 Diversity and inclusion has become more than just a moral discussion; it’s a necessity. One area of concern is the recruitment process and the barriers that often still hinder women from entering the credit industry or climbing the corporate ladder. This session will touch on: 🏢🔨 What is and how to break the glass-ceiling 🤝⚖️ Allyship with gender balance 🎯🔄 Finding talent and succession plan 🏆🔍 Challenges in filling senior roles Join our session experts Aimee Gethin, Nicola Goldie and Sarah Simpkins in Manchester this October and be part of postive change for the credit and financial services industry 👏

Session in the spotlight: 🌐 In a world driven by data, the importance of data collection for Diversity & Inclusion (D&I) cannot be overstated. But are we using this data to drive decision-making, innovation, and growth in an inclusive and ethical way? 🤔 Join us for this crucial session at the Women in Credit Conference as we explore: 🔍 Transparency of data use – from recruitment and beyond 🔍 Identifying and addressing communities who ‘prefer not to say’ Our esteemed speakers include: Anjani Patel - Pact Ruth Clarke - The Co-operative Bank plc Let's ensure that our data practices are transparent, inclusive, and drive meaningful change! 📊 Book today at: https://lnkd.in/eqCQWaBn #WiCConference

Have you booked your place at #WiCConference? ✅ Session in the spotlight: Advancing women in the workplace 🔝 Diversity and inclusion has become more than just a moral discussion; it’s a necessity. One area of concern is the recruitment process and the barriers that often still hinder women from entering the credit industry or climbing the corporate ladder. This session will touch on: 🏢🔨 What is and how to break the glass-ceiling 🤝⚖️ Allyship with gender balance 🎯🔄 Finding talent and succession plan 🏆🔍 Challenges in filling senior roles Join our session experts Aimee Gethin, Nicola Goldie and Sarah Simpkins in Manchester this October and be part of postive change for the credit and financial services industry 👏

Did you miss out on Credit Week? Don't make that mistake next year! Just a few weeks ago, we gathered the brightest minds in the credit and financial services industry at Celtic Manor for #CreditWeek, sponsored by Equifax UK, and the energy was electric. Here's a quick look at just some of the highlights: 📈 Heavyweight Keynotes: We heard from the likes of Ian King, Lakshmi Shyam-Sunder, Vince Cable, and many more. 🤝 Networking Opportunities: Hundreds of delegates met with people they knew and, more importantly, gained insights and relationships with people they didn't. 🏆 25th Credit Awards: Hosted by the fantastic Matt Lucas, we celebrated 25 years of industry excellence, honoring the best and brightest in credit and financial services. 📅 Save the Date: Join us next year from 1st - 3rd July 2025 for another unforgettable Credit Week! Pre-register here ➡ https://lnkd.in/e26wdV6M