Finance For Enterprise (FFE) has appointed Adele Wells as Credit Manager and Andy Christiansen as Senior Business Lending Manager, as part of its continued growth and commitment to supporting small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) across the UK.
Adele Wells brings an impressive career with Yorkshire Bank to her new role as Credit Manager at FFE. During her time at Yorkshire Bank, Adele rose through the ranks, starting as a Cashier and eventually leading the Business Credit underwriting team.
Her extensive experience in credit underwriting, business lending, and leadership will be instrumental in her new role, where she will assess loan applications of up to £250,000 to help support FFE’s SME clients.
In his new role, Andy will focus on delivering essential working capital solutions to small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), with a particular emphasis on supporting businesses across London and the Southeast.
Andy brings with him a diverse professional background. He began his finance career in the banking sector, gaining valuable experience in understanding the financial needs of businesses. Prior to entering the world of finance, Andy worked in the travel industry, local government, and education, offering him a unique perspective on different sectors.
Commenting on her decision to join FFE, Adele said: “I was drawn to Finance For Enterprise after discovering its strong company values and ethos. Moving from a large corporation to a niche lender offers an exciting new challenge, and I’m eager to contribute my skills to support SMEs.”
Andy said: “FFE’s commitment to supporting businesses and the welcoming nature of the South Yorkshire team made joining the business an easy decision. I’m excited to play a part in helping SMEs access the capital they need to thrive.”
Andrew Austwick, Managing Director at FFE, said: “We are excited to welcome Adele and Andy to the team. Their wealth of experience and dedication will be invaluable in supporting business growth across the region and helping SMEs navigate their financial challenges.”