Industry titans to headline FP Show 2024 Live Criteria Clinics

Knowledge Bank founder and CEO Nicola Firth will return to the FP Show 2024 on 8th November at Olympia London to moderate a series of interactive sessions, offering brokers the chance to engage directly with industry leaders.

Brokers can attend the highly anticipated Live Criteria Clinics in the Conference Theatre for free by registering online.

This year's event promises a comprehensive lineup of expert-led discussions on the specialist finance industry.

The sessions start from 10:30am and will address pressing topics in bridging, commercial mortgages, development finance, and BTL markets.

Attendees can pose questions to the panellists and participate in live polls, gauging the latest market sentiment.

“I am thrilled to be hosting the Criteria Clinics Live for the third year at the FP Show,” said Nicola.

“The bar has been raised again this year with both the topics being discussed and the panels the team have put together.

“I look forward to getting under the hood of the criteria and lending propositions that each lender has and discussing market specifics in each area.”

Plan your day at the FP Show 2024

Doors open at 9:30am on 8th November, with the Live Criteria Clinic sessions running throughout the day, providing a deep dive into various finance products.

10:30am – BTL mortgages:

• this panel will cover current market conditions, affordability, LTVs, and the impact of the Renters Reform Bill
• panellists include Liz Syms, CEO and founder of Connect Mortgages; Caroline Mirakian, sales and marketing director at United Trust Bank; Jason Wilde, head of sales at Paragon Banking Group; Andrea Glasgow, sales director of specialist mortgages at Hampshire Trust Bank; Karen Rodrigues, head of sales at Market Financial Solutions; and Alex King, executive director at Lendco

11:30am – Commercial mortgages: 

• experts will explore semi-commercial and mixed-use properties, borrower experience, and market forecasts
• the panel will feature Stephen Spinks, head of sales – commercial mortgages for South & central at Allica Bank; Mike Davies, head of lending at YBS Commercial Mortgages; Adrian Moloney, group intermediary director at OSB Group; and Tanya Elmaz, director of intermediary sales at Together

12:30pm – Bridging finance: 

•  topics such as regulated and unregulated bridging, exit strategies, and underwriting will be discussed
•  the panel will feature Jamie Pritchard, managing director of sales at Glenhawk; Michael Stratton, CEO at MS Lending; Marcus Dussard, sales directorat KSEYE; Richard Deacon, managing director of sales at Octane Capital; Sundeep Patel, director of bridging at United Trust Bank; Maeve Ward, head of intermediary sales at Together; and Leanne Smith, director of bridging finance at LendInvest

1:30pm – Development finance:

• industry leaders will examine the state of the development finance market, GDVs, and managing increasing costs
• speakers include Lee Merrifield, director of credit at MSP Capital; John O'Donovan, partner at Harold Benjamin; Lee Francis, head of originations at CapitalRise; Leo Del Rosso, senior lending manager at Commercial Acceptances; and Guy Murray, co-head of short-term finance at West One

Beth Fisher, managing director at Medianett Publishing, commented: "This year’s FP Show is shaping up to be our most exciting event yet.

“We’ve worked closely with Knowledge Bank to ensure that the Live Criteria Clinics offer real value to brokers.

“The calibre of our panellists and the relevance of the topics will give attendees the opportunity to dive deep into the most current and critical trends across specialist finance.

“We’re thrilled to offer this interactive platform, and with such high demand expected, we encourage everyone to register early and make the most of the day."

The expo will also be hosting a must-attend seminar focused on the Certified Practitioner in Specialist Property Finance (CPSP) qualification from 2:30pm in the Conference Theatre.

The session will highlight the progress and benefits of the CPSP qualification to the specialist property finance industry.

Register early to attend

Last year’s FP Show attracted a large number of attendees, with 83% of delegates rating the panels highly for their range and quality.

This year’s Live Criteria Clinics are expected to be just as popular, and spaces are limited. Delegates are encouraged to register for free and arrive early to secure their seats.

Don’t miss the opportunity to gain valuable insights and take part in this year’s interactive sessions at FP Show 2024.