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Paul Lucas Global Managing Editor Mortgage Introducer
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Scores of the brightest and best talent in the profession descended on the lavish setting of the Royal Lancaster in London in the last week of November, to celebrate not only the finest people working in mortgages today, but also an industry that is beloved by the many who are proud to call it their own. And so it was that the Mortgage Introducer Awards dazzled all comers again, as the corks popped on dozens of bottles of celebratory fizz, guests wowed each other by wearing their most impressive party wear and the venue buzzed with the excited chatter of crowds of professionals meeting together to enjoy the company of colleagues, old and new.
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Excellence Awardees
Nominations The call for nominations was open to all mortgage professionals and organisations – including advisers, broker firms, distributors, lenders, BDMs and service providers – from across the UK.
Excellence Awardees (Finalists) All submissions will remain confidential unless otherwise marked and will not be shared with any third parties other than our independent judging panel. Excellence Awardees were officially announced in September 2023 on the event website and promoted on the Mortgage Introducer website and social media.
Winners Using a simple points system to aggregate judges’ votes, the Excellence Awardee with the top score in a category was named the winner. Winners were announced at the awards ceremony on 28 November and on the website. They will be promoted in the Mortgage Introducer website and social media.
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Bridging Lender of the Year
Secured Loan Lender of the Year
Later Life Lender of the Year
The Lightfoots Solicitors Award for Buy-to-Let Lender of the Year
The Blacks Solicitors Award for Specialist Lender of the Year
The Mortgage Advice Bureau Award for Mortgage Lender of the Year
General Insurance / Protection Provider of the Year
The Crystal Specialist Finance Award for Mortgage Club of the Year
The Source Insurance UK Award for Mortgage Network of the Year
Conveyancing/Legal Business of the Year
Innovator Champion of the Year
Celebrating excellence in the mortgage industry
It’s renowned as one of the mortgage industry’s key events of the year – arguably the biggest – and the Mortgage Introducer Awards certainly lived up to its reputation in 2023.
The team at Mortgage Introducer is extremely proud to be hosting the Mortgage Introducer Awards once more. Mortgage Introducer continues to be the UK’s leading media resource for mortgage professionals, delivering essential news, insights and analysis to you each week. Businesses across the UK have been able to pick back up after a tumultuous period, and the work of mortgage professionals has been so valuable in supporting this comeback. On 28 November, we bring the industry together for an evening of celebration because the way their profession has constantly highlighted what excellence looks like through times of trial and victory is truly worthy of recognition. Every year, the judging panel is increasingly impressed by the quality of Excellence Awardee submissions, commenting on the complexity, professionalism, innovation and legal acumen demonstrated by mortgage professionals - 2023 is no exception. This year, we will reward the finest in the UK mortgage sector. The Mortgage Introducer Awards represent the pinnacle of achievement for mortgage professionals and organizations. We want to thank the panel of judges who contributed their time and considerable knowledge to the judging process. With hundreds of high-calibre nominations from UK’s best mortgage professionals, the competition was very strong. Congratulations and good luck to all the Excellence Awardees. Finally, we would like to thank all our sponsors whose generous support of these awards is greatly appreciated.
The Together Award for Bridging Broker of the Year
The Landbay Award for Buy-to-Let Broker of the Year
The Shawbrook Bank Award for Specialist Broker of the Year
The Central Trust Award for Secured Loan Broker of the Year
The more2life Award for Later Life Broker of the Year
Broker of the Year (Individual Award)
The Hampshire Trust Bank Award for Woman of Distinction
An opening cocktail party offered one and all the opportunity to network on a grand scale, ahead of the much-anticipated main event. Then the sparkling centrepiece of the evening: the breathtaking live awards gala, expertly hosted by comedian, author and broadcaster Dominic Holland. A roll call of hugely deserving winners picked up trophies for categories such as Broker of the Year, The Rising Star (Broker or Distributor), and of course the exclusive and hugely coveted Lifetime Achievement Award. “I’m amazed, I’m really shocked to be honest,” exclaimed an over-the-moon Dale Jannels, from One Mortgage System, who picked up the award for Innovator Champion of the Year. “It’s a very competitive market that we’re in, especially in innovation and tech – it’s really moving massive strides in the industry at the moment, so yes, really chuffed.” Just as excited was Gindy Mathoon, from Create Finance, the winner of Broker of the Year (Individual). “I am absolutely delighted,” he enthused. “It’s a nice achievement.” As the wine flowed and guests enjoyed a sumptuous dinner, the atmosphere in the room was one of sheer excitement, as the awards were presented with the flourish one would expect on such a special, prestigious occasion. Scott Burman, from Pure Retirement collected the award for Later Life Lender of the Year. “The key to success is every single day we take pride in how we service our brokers,” Burman considered, “and take a genuine interest in the customer journey, to support them to realise their retirement dreams.” It was a fantastic night too for Heather Cara, from BM Solutions, who collected the award for Rising Star (Lenders and Service Providers). “I’m proud of what I’ve achieved in this role,” Cara shared. “I think the key to my success has been forging connections around the industry to try to make a difference.” The winner of the GI/Protection Provider went to Uinsure, with a thrilled Cameron Parsons stepping up to accept the honour. “Honestly it feels incredible, I think the team has been working really hard this year,” he told Mortgage Introducer as he came off stage. “It feels good!” There was similar elation for Howard Levy, from SPF Private Clients, which scooped The Together Award for Bridging Broker of the Year. “To win this award, I am so delighted to actually get this for the bridging team, which has gone from strength to strength over the years,” he beamed. “So thank you so much to Together and everyone who voted for ourselves.” James Briggs, from sponsor Together, added: “Sponsoring this award, for Together, was really important. It’s testimony to their hard work, dedication and constant conquest to find the right solution for clients.” Recognising the best of the best is at the heart of our inspiring, annual spectacle, as well as shining a bright light on the sector as a whole. And as the crowds of delighted awards attendees took to the dance floor to while away the final few hours of a truly memorable event, the Mortgage Introducer Awards yet again confirmed its place as the premier event in the industry’s calendar.
Research Our dedicated in-house research team validated each submission form, conducted research and drew on knowledge and information gained through Mortgage Introducer magazine to support and supplement submissions and ensure that no one deserving of recognition was missed. Excellence Awardees (finalists) were determined from both pools of information.
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Faith Locken
Adam Tyler
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Paul Hunt
Sabinder Robinson-Sandhu
Dr. Yi Wu
Dr. Tim Lee
Louisa Sedgwick
Robert Sinclair
Mike Mikunda
Jeff Knight
Debbie Staveley
Thank you to our esteemed judges for lending their time and expertise to help recognise and celebrate excellence in the mortgage industry.
2023 Judging panel
Barclays prides itself on the quality of its people and how quickly they adapted to overcome a host of challenges when supporting intermediary partners and a variety of borrowers. As a lender, it has certainly not stood still over the ever changing climate. Every decision we make is geared towards improving lending policy and criteria, providing reliable service levels and facilitating a more efficient mortgage journey – all whilst maintaining a highly competitive product range. At the heart of these positive changes are Barclays’ people, and the bank is delighted to be involved in events such as the Mortgage Introducer Awards which recognise talented and deserving individuals throughout the mortgage market. barclays.co.uk
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The Hampden & Co Award for London Broker of the Year
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Debbie Staveley CEO bClear Communications
Lifetime Achievement Award
Rising Star (Broker or Distributor)
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Judging All submissions from our Excellence Awardees were forwarded to the independent judging panel comprised of senior leaders from industry associations and marketing consultancies specialising in the UK mortgage sector. The panel assessed and voted for the winners in each category according to the relevant category criteria. Voting commenced in October 2023 and their judgement was impartial, balanced, incisive and fair.
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The Barclays Award for Broker Firm of the Year (51+ Advisers)
The HSBC UK Award for Broker Firm of the Year (11 to 50 Advisers)
The Optimus Award for Broker Firm of the Year (Up to 10 Advisers)
Rising Star (Lenders and Service Providers)
The Mortgage Lender Award for Mortgage Distributor of the Year
Jeff Knight Director Grey Matter Marketing Solutions
Mike Mikunda Event Director Mortgage Business Expo
Robert Sinclair Chief Executive The Association of Mortgage Intermediaries
Louisa Sedgwick Commercial Director Paragon Bank
Dr. Tim Lee Associate Professor in Real Estate Birmingham City University
Dr. Yi Wu Lecturer, Real Estate Economics Henley Business School
Sabinder Robinson-Sandhu Executive Committee Member The Association of Short Term Lenders (ASTL)
Paul Hunt Managing Director Square 1 Media
Dr. Nicolas Duran Assistant Professor in Real Estate Economics and Finance UCL
Adam Tyler Executive Chairman FIBA (Financial Intermediary & Broker Association)
Faith Locken Founder & CEO We Rise In
Blacks Solicitors is a 28 partner law firm with around 200 employees. The Firm provides a wide range of legal services to commercial and private clients across the UK, and continues to go from strength to strength. Operating from its Head Office at City Point in Leeds, Blacks believes in delivering a first-class service to all of its clients, whilst providing expert advice at realistic rates. To achieve this, Blacks takes time to get to know and understand its clients, building long-term relationships to deliver the best results possible. Blacks is one of the leading providers of legal services to the residential property market. The Firm has a large customer focussed team with over 70 members operating nationally, that specialises in residential Buy to Let and Bridging finance. Blacks also regularly provides advice to owner-managed businesses and high net worth individuals on: Corporate & Commercial Law; Intellectual Property; Data Protection; Employment Law; Real Estate; Leasehold Enfranchisement; Planning Law; Commercial and Civil Dispute Resolution / Litigation; Trusts, Wills & Estates; and Family Law. www.lawblacks.com
Central Trust supports underserved areas of the market, providing customer outcomes that are otherwise limited or non-existent. It truly supports those that have fallen victim to circumstance with its first and second charge residential mortgage products. These include self-employed clients who have been unfairly treated by the mainstream market following the pandemic. The lender has also recently enhanced its Consumer BTL offer to include family members, increased LTVs to support more credit impaired borrowers and deployed Consumer BTL into Northern Ireland. centraltrust.co.uk
Crystal Specialist Finance is a specialist finance distributor, working alongside mortgage brokers to provide property finance solutions on a packaged or referred basis. Crystal is the one-stop solution for mortgage professionals as their expert coverage encompasses bridging, buy to let, commercial finance as well as residential, second charge mortgages and development finance. Crystal are independent and impartial and their panel includes over 100 lenders. The scale of Crystal’s distribution enables them to offer a number of exclusive products and they are renowned in the industry for the quality of their service and ability to place the most complex of cases. www.crystalsf.com
Hampden & Co offers banking and lending expertise to personal and professional clients across the UK. They work with mortgage introducers to help financially successful people, often with complex finances, to tailor borrowing to their specific needs. hampdenandco.com
HSBC is one of the world’s largest and most successful banking and financial services organisations, with a proud history of serving customers and communities for more than 150 years. Our purpose is a simple yet powerful reminder of why we’re here and where we are going. Whether individuals are saving for a better home, companies growing their business, or institutions investing for future generations. We’re here to understand and serve them all. We’re here to open up a world of opportunity. HSBC UK’s dedicated Intermediary mortgage channel continues to transform the broker journey through digital integration, offering flexibility and functionality to provide a high-quality service to our Intermediary partners. Our experienced field and phone Business Development Managers and UK-based telephony Broker Helpdesk continue to provide a superior level of support that our intermediary partners have become accustomed to. intermediaries.hsbc.co.uk
Offering loans up to £25M at 75% LTV, HTB provide specialist residential and semi-commercial loans to professional portfolio landlords and property investors. This is backed by the strength of their competitive products and seriously extensive criteria to accommodate your client’s needs, quality service with quick turnaround times for DIPs, and underwriting decisions, and an incredible team of property specialists brimming with talent who bring extensive market knowledge to each and every case. This means they’re truly able to deliver for brokers whilst championing and supporting portfolio landlords and property investors. Specialist Mortgages | Hampshire Trust Bank (HTB)
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The Lightfoots Solicitors Lender Finance team offer a full range of services for lender clients. For over 25 years we have delivered bespoke tailored solutions for banks, mortgage lenders and financial institutions across the UK. Our award winning lender services team have expertise in both short and long term funding covering the residential, commercial and development sector; as well as specialist skills in litigation covering all of these sectors. lightfoots.co.uk
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Optimus part of Landmark Information Group, is a panel management business that serves various introducers across the UK, including lenders, mortgage brokers and estate agents. Optimus’ panel management services provide introducers with access to a select panel of pre-approved and regulated partners that are focused on quality and seamless service delivery. optimus-move.co.uk
Shawbrook is a specialist bank offering a range of practical lending and savings products for consumers, businesses, and real-estate professionals, who often have complex and unique requirements. Since 2011 Shawbrook has helped over 300,000 people and it prides itself on providing a highly personalised, practical, and creative experience that is designed to accommodate individuality, diversity, and the dynamics of the modern world. Shawbrook serves the real estate market through its diverse range of products including bridging loans, commercial loans, Buy-to-Let mortgages, and development finance. Shawbrook prides itself on building a sustainable, service-focussed offering for the professional landlord and investor community, offering its customers the best of both worlds through cutting-edge technology and a specialist team of real-estate experts. Property.shawbrook.co.uk
Source Insurance has been providing household and let property insurance to the general insurance market for 30 years. Operating a panel of well-known insurers, they offer hassle-free insurance at fair and square prices and excellent risk coverage.
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Source offer both advice led and non-advice-led quoting systems that are designed and maintained using adviser input.
Rated 5* on Trustpilot Source pride themselves on their customer service that cares and their people centric personality.
As GI experts they offer a range of support systems and useful resources to support advisers with their general insurance business acquisition and continued learning.
Together has been delivering specialist secured lending for nearly 50 years, using its wealth of expertise and industry knowledge to consider individual circumstances to find a way to help its customers. All applications are considered on their merits and the product range includes mortgages, short-term finance, buy-to-let, commercial and semi-commercial mortgages and loans, auction finance and development funding throughout mainland UK. Based in Cheadle, Cheshire, the company has a loan book of more than £6.2 billion. togethermoney.com
The Trussell Trust support a nationwide network of food banks and together we provide emergency food and support to people locked in poverty, and campaign for change to build a future where no on in the UK needs emergency food.
Broker of the Year (Individual)
Source offer both advice led and non-advice-led quoting systems that are designed and maintained using adviser input. Rated 5* on Trustpilot Source pride themselves on their customer service that cares and their people centric personality. As GI experts they offer a range of support systems and useful resources to support advisers with their general insurance business acquisition and continued learning.
Louisa Sedgwick Director Paragon Bank
Faith Locken Founder & CEO We Rise In)
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Stand-up comedian and comedy writer Dominic Holland is a well-established comic artist with experience as an after dinner speaker, actor and comedian. Launching his career with a Perrier Best Newcomer Award in 1993 Holland is one of the most popular event comedians in the UK. Available for both live events and television broadcasts Dominic Holland has contributed to the work of both Bob Monkhouse and Clive Anderson, he has appeared as a panellist on Have I Got News For You and Never Mind the Buzzcocks. Also a strong comedian in his own right Dominic has presented three full length stand-up shows, appeared at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival and hosts his own comedy show for BBC Radio 4. Appearing regularly at some of the biggest comedy clubs in the country Dominic Holland is a regular at both the Comedy Store and Jongleurs; his material is creative and brilliant and never stoops to the obvious lows of offensive or vulgar jokes. His stage presence is personable but quick and his shows are relaxing and intimate. Heralded by many as one of the greatest event comedians currently working in the UK Dominic Holland is a joy to watch. With acting credits that include “Young Person’s Guide to Becoming a Rock Star” and the film “Tube Tales” and “That’s So Graham Norton” Holland is a popular and recognizable comedian suitable for a variety of events. Dominic Holland is represented and hired via the Champions Speakers Agency
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Beats Revolution is the newest member of the Beats family, managed exclusively by Full Circle. This act delivers disco, pop, contemporary chart and twisted concoctions and is made up of six of the finest names in popular music today. Beats Revolution has opened for Judge Jules, Anne Marie, Gryff, Nick Grimshaw, Stereophonics, Rebecca Ferguson, Scott Mills, Hackney Colliery Band and our singers have shared the stage with Pixie Lott, Rag n Bone Man, Jessie J, Rudimental and Sigala….. The Revolution is DJ, sax, Percussion violin and 2 vocalists. If you are looking for a high energy band that can take your night to the next level, look no further, be a part of the Beats Revolution.
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Beats Revolution
Beats Revolution is the newest member of the Beats family, managed exclusively by Full Circle. This act delivers disco, pop, contemporary chart and twisted concoctions and is made up of six of the finest names in popular music today. Beats Revolution has opened for Judge Jules, Anne Marie, Gryff, Nick Grimshaw, Stereophonics, Rebecca Ferguson, Scott Mills, Hackney Colliery Band and our singers have shared the stage with Pixie Lott, Rag n Bone Man, Jessie J, Rudimental and Sigala..... The Revolution is DJ, sax, Percussion violin and 2 vocalists. If you are looking for a high energy band that can take your night to the next level, look no further, be a part of the Beats Revolution.
Commemorative Guide
This award recognises an HR leader who has demonstrated excellence at the executive level over the past 12 months. Eligible finalists were senior-level leaders who report to the CEO and manage an HR team. Finalists were judged on their leadership, communication, strategy, drive and results.
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Cansure is a leading Canadian insurance supplier servicing brokers across the country. As an open market, Cansure is accessible by all licensed brokers in Canada and seek to be a first-choice supplier offering breadth of products to protect both standard and non-standard risks across personal and commercial lines. Known for their creative underwriting solutions and expertise, Cansure continues to sustain strong financial security supported by both global and domestic partnerships. For more information, visit www.cansure.com.
This award recognizes the individual, company, organization, brokerage, branch or office whose outstanding contribution of time, leadership and financial support over a sustained period of time, beyond normal expectations, has made significant impacts on the receiving causes or communities.
BM Solutions Yellow Brick Mortgages Zurich
Shore Financial
Mortgage Advice Bureau Foundation
WINNER
Nominees of Bridging Lender of the Year will be able to demonstrate a commitment to developing cost-effective products and supporting brokers in serving their clients. The winner of this category will regularly execute a competitive speed of delivery; offer total transparency to intermediaries and provide a relationship-based service, all of which will have contributed to business growth over the past 12 months.
LendInvest Market Financial Solutions MT Finance Octane Capital Ltd Roma Finance United Trust Bank
Together
Maeve Ward, Director of Commercial Operations, Central Trust
“Prestigious award wins definitely boost the profile of your business, so we wish everyone the best of luck. For Central Trust, our 2022 Mortgage Introducer Awards win was a pivotal moment for the business as it was the first award the business had won since being formed over 20 years before. We are delighted to be supporting this year’s awards as a sponsor.”
The winner of the Secured Loan Broker award will consistently use their expertise in the secured loan market to help attain the best products and rates for their clients’ specific circumstances. Nominees will be able to demonstrate business growth over the past 12 months with strong leadership and exceptional communication skills.
Dragon Finance Loans Warehouse Norton Broker Services
Loan.co.uk
Later Life Lender of the Year nominees should be able to demonstrate that a significant portion of their business is dedicated to delivering mortgages and financial solutions to homeowners aged 55 or over. The winner of this category will offer a diverse and creative product portfolio as well as being able to provide intermediaries with the innovative tools and technology they need to give their clients peace of mind for the future.
Chorley Building Society LiveMore more2life Standard Life Home Finance
Pure Retirement
“Lightfoots Solicitors are pleased to be sponsors of the Mortgage Introducer Awards 2023. As previous winners of the MI awards we know first-hand the value this recognition brings to so many companies across the industry. The Mortgage Introducer Awards is a special night that brings the industry together in celebration. Congratulations to all of this year’s finalists!”
The Lightfoots Solicitors Award for Buy-to-Let Lender of the Year nominees should be able to demonstrate that a siginficant portion of their business is dedicated to delivering buy-to-let mortgage solutions. The winner of this award will be a lender who works side by side with brokers to consistently provide innovative, personalised and flexible lending solutions within the complex buy-to-let space.
BM Solutions Foundation Home Loans Hampshire Trust Bank LANDBAY LendInvest Shawbrook Bank The Mortgage Works
Quantum Mortgages
“The mortgage industry is a vital part of the UK’s finance infrastructure. As buy to let specialists we have good working relationships with many lenders, mortgage brokers and Landlord borrowers, and both recognise and fully appreciate their professionalism. We are proud to be supporting this award, and the recognition it awards those involved.”
The Specialist Lender of the Year award is open to lenders who can demonstrate that a significant portion of their business is dedicated to specialist lending. The winner will offer a competitive and flexible product portfolio covering a range of specialist finance solutions and have a proven track record of working with brokers who serve clients with complex incomes.
Aldermore Bank Buckinghamshire Building Society Paragon Bank Pepper Money Shawbrook Bank The Mortgage Lender United Trust Bank
Market Financial Solutions
“We're honoured to be sponsoring the Mortgage Introducer Awards, championing the very best that our industry has to offer. This partnership underscores Mortgage Advice Bureau’s commitment to recognising and supporting outstanding mortgage professionals who drive innovation, deliver fair outcomes, and provide exceptional service. We'd like to congratulate all the finalists, and wish them the best of luck.”
The winner of the Mortgage Lender of the Year award will consistently have the best broker and customer outcomes in mind and this will be reflected in the growth of the business over the past 12 months. Nominees should be able to explain how their investment in technology, people, products and processes contribute to servicing the mortgage market.
Barclays Family Building Society Halifax Intermediaries MPowered Mortgages Nationwide for Intermediaries Skipton Building Society for Intermediaries Virgin Money
HSBC UK
General Insurance / Protection Provider of the Year nominees must offer a flexible and highly competitive product portfolio which enables intermediaries to protect their clients while placing business quickly and profitably. This category is open to all general insurance and protection providers who are able to demonstrate business growth in sales and explain how their products and services are driving the sector forward.
LV= GI Paymentshield Source Insurance Zurich
Uinsure
Jo Breeden, Managing Director, Crystal Specialist Finance
“Crystal Specialist Finance are a proud sponsor of the Mortgage Introducer Awards 2023. They are a celebration of the achievements within our sector over the last year and showcase how we have collectively come together to support and drive forward this vital sector of our economy.”
The winner of Mortgage Club of the Year will be able to prove that as an invaluable resource and link in the chain for individual lenders and intermediaries, they have also helped to provide better outcomes for the end customer. This category is open to all mortgage clubs positioned to provide their members access to a breadth of expertise and support from across the spectrum of financial advice, demonstrating their value to the intermediary community.
finova Paradigm PMS The Right DA Club Ltd TMA
SimplyBiz Mortgages
Carl Oakes - Sales Director, Source Insurance
“Source is thrilled to be part of the Mortgage Introducer Awards as the sponsor of the Mortgage Network of the Year category. Following our success in 2022 (as GI / Protection Provider of the Year), we now look forward to recognising and celebrating with this year’s talent at the highly-anticipated awards evening in London.”
Nominees for Mortgage Network of the Year will be able to demonstrate significant business growth over the past 12 months. During this time they will have offered a strong mortgage network proposition by strengthening lender relations and launching new services for ARs.
HL Partnership Mortgage Intelligence PRIMIS Mortgage Network Sesame The Right Mortgage and Protection Network TMG Mortgage Network
Stonebridge
The Conveyancing / Legal Business of the Year category is open to conveyancing firms, conveyancing platforms that directly facilitate the delivery of the conveyancing function and law firms specialising in property law. The winner of this award will be able to demonstrate industry leadership by offering transparent fees, a quick and cost-effective turnaround of services, unbeatable customer service and efficient and accurate work.
Adlington Law Blacks Solicitors Goto Group Optimus SortRefer
Lightfoots Solicitors
NEW! The winner of the Innovator Champion of the Year award will be an individual who deserves to be celebrated as a thought-leader and game-changer within the mortgage industry. This individual could be responsible for spearheading a diversity and inclusivity inititaive within their workplace or the industry, or perhaps their focus is on sustainability in the UK mortgage market. Their actions and forward-thinking behaviour has a significant and most importantly positive impact on their colleagues, customers and the wider market.
Claire McGirr, BLEND Loan Network Limited Claire Smith, Mortgage Advice Bureau Emma Cox, Shawbrook Bank Justus Brown, Acre Tanya Toumadj, Mortgage Broker Tools
One Mortgage System
Dale Jannels
The brand new Rising Star Award celebrates the future of lending and product services in the UK. Nominees will have worked for a lender or a service provider (as a BDM, conveyancer, surveyor, underwriter etc) for 3 years or less, and will already be making strides in their sector, building strong relationships with brokers and/or clients and contributing to the growth of their business. They will be forward thinking, inclusive and encompass what it means to be the future of the UK specialist finance and mortgage industry.
Amy Brown, Barclays Hannah Oades, United Trust Bank Lucy Betts, MT Finance Siobhan Barrett, Mortgage Advice Bureau
BM Solutions
Heather Cara
Eva Whittaker, Operations Director at Optimus
“We are proud to sponsor this year’s Mortgage Introducer Awards, celebrating hard work across the industry. This is an important moment to support the outstanding achievements identified, which display high levels of excellence and innovation - two areas through which Optimus continues to drive through our values of speed, service and certainty. Congratulations and best of luck to all nominees.”
NEW! This category celebrates smaller regional firms and is open to all intermediary broker businesses with 10 or fewer advisers. Nominees should be able to demonstrate that through effective management, innovative thinking and outstanding customer service they have made their business model more robust and profitable over the past 12 months.
H D CONSULTANTS MB Associates Our Mortgage Broker Limited The Mortgage Dog The Mortgage Quarter
When The Bank Says No
“On behalf of HSBC UK, we are delighted to be part of the Mortgage Introducer Awards 2023. The Awards are seen as one of the biggest events in the UK mortgage industry calendar, and we are proud to be sponsoring the ‘Broker of the Year (11 – 50 advisers)’ category.”
NEW! This category is open to all intermediary broker businesses with 11 to 50 advisers. Nominees should be able to demonstrate that through effective management, innovative thinking and outstanding customer service they have made their business model more robust and profitable over the past 12 months.
Meridian Mortgages Mortgage 1st Mortgages for Business The Mortgage Mum Threshold Financial Services Limited
Create Finance
Mark Plummer, Head of Private Banking, London, Hampden & Co
“The Mortgage Introducer awards have long been the highlight of an increasingly busy mortgage calendar and we are proud to extend our longstanding support in what has been a challenging year for the whole industry. These awards serve to champion those individuals and firms who are genuine leaders in their respective fields and who continue to be the driving force behind the ongoing success of the intermediary market. As a committed intermediary lender, we’d like to wish the best of luck to all the finalists, and we look forward to what will prove to be an unforgettable evening for everyone involved.”
NEW! This category is open to all intermediary broker businesses with 51 or more advisers. Nominees should be able to demonstrate that through effective management, innovative thinking and outstanding customer service they have made their business model more robust and profitable over the past 12 months.
Access Financial Services L&C Mortgages SPF Private Clients Yellow Brick Mortgages
Mortgage Advice Bureau
“Hampden & Co focuses exclusively on banking. This allows us to work in partnership with many exceptional brokers who are dedicated to serving their clients and to securing the right mortgage for their individual circumstances. We are therefore delighted to sponsor Mortgage Introducer’s 2023 Award for ‘London Broker of the Year’.”
This category is open to all broker firms operating within the Greater London area. The winner of London Broker of the Year will be a firm which specialises in the region and has a deep understanding of the unique opportunities it provides. Nominees should be able to explain how possessing exceptional industry experience and knowledge while providing a seamless and personable customer service experience has contributed to business growth over the past 12 months.
BTJ Mortgages Private Finance Ltd SPF Private Clients
LDN Finance
Tanya Elmaz, Director of Intermediary Sales
“We’re delighted to be sponsoring the ‘Bridging Broker of the Year’ award. We’re proud to have worked closely with broker partners over the last 12 months to support them and thousands of customers with their Bridging cases.”
The winner of Bridging Broker of the Year will be a firm which intrinsically understands how consumers use bridging products, providing a speedy and trustworthy service. Nominees should be able to explain how possessing exceptional industry experience and knowledge while providing a seamless and personable customer service experience has contributed to business growth over the past 12 months.
Aria Finance Clever Lending DNA Financial Solutions Norton Broker Services Pure Property Finance
SPF Private Clients
Togetherhas been delivering specialist secured lending for nearly 50 years, using its wealth of expertise and industry knowledge to consider individual circumstances to find a way to help its customers. All applications are considered on their merits and the product range includes mortgages, short-term finance, buy-to-let, commercial and semi-commercial mortgages and loans, auction finance and development funding throughout mainland UK. Based in Cheadle, Cheshire, the company has a loan book of more than £6.2 billion. togethermoney.com
Pail Brett, Managing Director, Intermediaries
“Through our valued partnership, we proudly support industry recognition at the Mortgage Introducer Awards. It's a testament to the dedication and excellence that defines our industry. Together, we celebrate success and innovation in the mortgage sector.”
The winner of the Buy-to-Let Broker of the Year award will be a firm which not only boasts a broad knowledge of the complex buy-to-let market, but has established a reputation for high levels of service incorporating knowledge and integrity. Nominees will be able to demonstrate business growth over the past 12 months with strong leadership and exceptional communication skills.
Amplo Mortgages & Financial Solutions BTJ Mortgages L&C Mortgages Mortgage Advice Bureau Mortgages for Business
The Buy to Let Broker
Shawbrook is a specialist bank offering a range of practical lending and savings products for consumers, businesses, and real-estate professionals, who often have complex and unique requirements. Since 2011 Shawbrook has helped over 300,000 people and it prides itself on providing a highly personalised, practical, and creative experience that is designed to accommodate individuality, diversity, and the dynamics of the modern world. Shawbrook serves the real estate market through its diverse range of products including bridging loans, commercial loans, Buy-to-Let mortgages, and development finance. Shawbrook prides itself on building a sustainable, service-focussed offering for the professional landlord and investor community, offering its customers the best of both worlds through cutting-edge technology and a specialist team of real-estate experts Property.shawbrook.co.uk
“As a longstanding publication in the property space, one that values our participation as a specialist lender in the market, this year seemed like to perfect opportunity to extend our support and become award sponsors at the Mortgage Introducer Awards. The category of 'Specialist Broker of the Year' is one we are proud to back given that we work closely with a host of very experienced and knowledgeable specialist brokers every day to create opportunity for professional landlords. In a challenging year, it’s been hugely gratifying to witness the resiliency of the market, and we imagine it will be a close call when it comes to the winners of this category.”
The Specialist Broker of the Year award is open to brokers who can demonstrate that a significant portion of their business is dedicated to offering their clients specialist finance solutions. The winner will have a track record in offering a range or competitive and flexible specialist finance solutions to clients with complex incomes and unique borrowing needs.
Aria Finance BTJ Mortgages Crystal Specialist Finance Finanze Positive Lending
Secured Loan Lender of the Year nominees should be able to demonstrate that a significant portion of their business is dedicated to delivering secured loans. Nominees should be able to explain how their investment in elements such as technology, people, products and processes contribute to servicing the second charge market. The winner of this award will consistently have the best broker and customer outcomes in mind and this will be reflected in the growth of the business over the past 12 months.
BLEND Loan Network Limited Central Trust Norton Home Loans Pepper Money Together United Trust Bank West One Loans
BLEND Loan Network Limited Central Trust Norton Home Loans Pepper Money United Trust Bank West One Loans
From equity release advice to emerging later life lending knowledge, nominees for the Later Life Broker of the Year award will be a business which consistently demonstrates a deep understanding of changing products. They must be proven specialists within the later life market and be able to show clear growth over the past 12 months.
55Plus Age Partnership Mortgage Advice Bureau Later Life The Later Life Lending Network Ltd The Orchard Practice UK Moneyman Ltd
Equity Release Supermarket
The Broker of the Year award is open to all brokers (individuals) who have worked as a financial intermediary for 3 years or longer. This broker will have a reputation for excellence, significantly contributing to the growth of the business by consistently providing outstanding customer service and keeping their clients’ goals front of mind. They will be innovative, flexible and approachable.
Jana Chetraru, BTJ Mortgages Matthew Jackson, Mint FS Rob Brookes, Mortgage Advice Bureau Shazad Ahmed, Elan Property Finance Stephen Kerr, Kerr & Watson
Gindy Mathoon
Andrea Glasgow, Specialist Mortgages Sales Director
“We're truly honoured to be part of the Mortgage Introducer Awards. Our sponsorship of the 'Award for Women in Distinction' is a demonstration of our commitment to recognising the extraordinary female trailblazers who have shaped, and are currently shaping, the future of the industry. It’s a collective effort, and together, we wholeheartedly applaud their remarkable achievements and contributions.”
This award recognizes an outstanding female trailblazer, in any facet of the mortgage industry, whose astounding personal and professional achievements have earned them a place among the industry’s best.
Alison Houghton-Corfield, Master Private Finance Claire Cherrington, Lloyds Banking Group Clare Beardmore, Legal & General Mortgage Club Elise Coole, Keystone Property Finance Joanne Hollins, Metro Bank Nicola Goldie, Aldermore Bank Tracie Burton, HSBC UK
Tanya Elmaz
The brand new Rising Star Award celebrates the future of the intermediary. Nominees will have worked as a broker or distributor for 3 years or less, and will already be making strides in their sector, building strong relationships with clients and lenders and contributing to the growth of their business. They will be forward thinking, inclusive and encompass what it means to be the future of the UK specialist finance and mortgage industry.
Ellie Reading, Mortgages for Business Imogen Sporle, Finanze Luke Williams, Pure Property Finance Natalie McNamara, finova Samuel Humphries-Burr, L&C Mortgages
Hearthstone Mortgages
Jordanne Whiley MBE
The Mortgage Lender
“We are delighted to sponsor Mortgage Distributor of the Year at this years Mortgage Introducer Awards. With growing customer need for specialist lending, the expertise of Mortgage Distributors remains as important as ever. Recognising the hard work and effort in our industry is so important, and we look forward to celebrating excellence. Good luck to all the finalists.”
Nominees of Mortgage Distributor of the Year award will work closely with both lenders and intermediaries to consistently deliver the best mortgage products and rates for the end clients’ specific circumstances. The winner of this category will be a business which regularly executes a competitive speed of delivery; offers total transparency to intermediaries and provides a relationship-based service, all of which will have contributed to business growth over the past 12 months.
Connect for Intermediaries impact Specialist Finance
Crystal Specialist Finance
The recipient of this award will be contacted weeks before the event and will be announced at the Mortgage Introducer Awards gala.
Connect for Intermediaries
Blacks Solicitors
Goto Group
Optimus
impact Specialist Finance
The Association of Mortgage Intermediaries
