MBE North 2025 unveils full seminar line-up for Manchester show

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Mortgage Business Expo (MBE), the leading event for financial intermediaries, has today revealed its comprehensive seminar programme for MBE North 2025, taking place on 28th March at Manchester Central.

The Expo will bring together brokers, leading lenders, and key industry stakeholders, offering an opportunity for networking, professional development, and market insights.

Attendees will also have the chance to engage directly with lenders, discuss specific cases, and explore the latest mortgage products in a 1-2-1 setting.

Among the leading exhibitors confirmed for the event are Atom bank, Fleet Mortgages, Gatehouse Bank, and Precise, providing a diverse range of lending solutions to meet broker and client requirements.

As previously announced, Ken Clark, Deputy Agent for the North West at the Bank of England, will deliver the keynote address, providing an expert macroeconomic outlook on the UK housing and mortgage markets.

FIBA, the specialist property finance trade body, will once again partner with MBE to host its Annual Conference, further cementing MBE’s position as the go-to event for professionals in the specialist finance sector.

Square 1 Media has been welcomed back as the official PR partner for MBE North 2025, with Managing Director Paul Hunt contributing to the development of the seminar programme.

Comprehensive Seminar Programme

Theatre 1 – Main Stage Sessions

11:00 AM – General Market Overview (Chaired by Victoria Hartley, Client Services Director at Square 1 Media)

  • Martin Reynolds, CEO, SimplyBiz Mortgages & FIBA Chairman

  • David Castling, Head of Intermediary Distribution, Atom bank

  • Justin Miners, Head of London & South East Region, Intermediaries, HSBC

  • Carolyn Asplin, Head of Real Estate, Commercial Banking (Intermediaries), Lloyds Banking Group

11:40 AM – An Overview of the Specialist Property Finance Market (Hosted by Adam Tyler, FIBA)

  • Andrea Glasgow, Sales Director – Specialist Mortgages, Hampshire Trust Bank

  • Emily Hollands, Group Head of Distribution, OneSavings Bank

  • Liza Campion, Head of National Accounts, Market Financial Solutions

  • Richard Deacon, Managing Director (Sales), Octane Capital

12:15 PM – Joint MBE and FIBA Session: The Changing Face of Buy to Let (Chaired by Victoria Hartley, Client Services Director at Square 1 Media)

  • Louisa Ritchie, Key Account Manager, Fleet Mortgages

  • Grant Hendry, Director of Sales, Foundation Home Loans

  • Matt McCullough, Head of Sales and Development, Aldermore

  • Zee Shaffi, Senior BDM, Nomo Bank

1:15 PM – Retrofit – Is There a Solution? (Chaired by Victoria Hartley, Client Services Director at Square 1 Media)

  • Colin Calder, CEO, Digital Buildings

  • Laura Sneddon, Head of Mortgage Sales and Distribution, Hinckley & Rugby Building Society

  • Jonathan Shaw, Operations Director, Countrywide Surveying Services / Harvey, Donaldson & Gibson

1:50 PM – Residential Mortgages: The Ongoing Affordability Challenges (Chaired by Victoria Hartley, Client Services Director at Square 1 Media)

  • Christopher Blewitt, Head of Mortgage Distribution, Darlington Building Society

  • Brad Rhodes, National Key Account Manager, Pepper Money

  • Louise Apollonio, Head of Corporate Accounts, The Mortgage Lender

  • Louise Weiss, National Account Manager, Bank of Ireland

2:30 PM – Masterclass in Later Life Lending: Navigating The Customer Journey (Chaired by Tom Brett, Equity Release Council)

  • Sanjay Gadhia, Head of Sales, Standard Life Home Finance

  • Rachael Brandon, Director, Boyd Legal

  • Jess Trueman, Head of Business Development, Smart Money People

  • James Sudworth, Independent Equity Release Adviser, RightHomes Equity Release

Theatre 2 – Specialist and Technology Sessions

11:45 AM – Fintech: The Adoption of AI in the Mortgage Industry (Chaired by Leah Brunskill, Deputy Chief of Marketing, Market Financial Solutions)

  • Alexis Rog, CEO, Sikoia

  • Dale Jannels, CEO, One Mortgage System

  • Zachary Bawa, Business Executive, Rosemount Financial Solutions (IFA) Ltd

  • Chirag Patel, Product Manager, finova

12:30 PM – Marketing Strategies for Brokers and Intermediaries (Led by Jeff Knight)

2:00 PM – Ask The FIBA Experts – Afternoon Session (Chaired by Adam Tyler, FIBA)

  • Wayne Smethurst, Director, All Money Matters

  • Julian Rogozinski, Partner, JMW Solicitors

  • Tom Gill, Regional Sales Manager, Market Financial Solutions

  • Ian Harrison, Head of Lending, Affirmative

Martin Reynolds, Chief Executive Officer of SimplyBiz Mortgages and FIBA Chairman, commented:

“The mortgage and specialist lending markets continue to evolve at pace, and events like MBE North provide a crucial platform for brokers and lenders to stay ahead.

This year’s seminar sessions will highlight not only the challenges but also the vast opportunities available, offering attendees valuable insights into the industry as a whole.”

Mike Mikunda, Event Director for MBE, added:

“MBE North has become a must-attend event for financial intermediaries, and we’re delighted to reveal such a strong seminar programme for 2025.

With expert speakers, real-time market insights, and a packed exhibition floor, this year’s event promises to be one of our best yet.

We look forward to welcoming brokers, lenders, and industry leaders to Manchester Central on 28th March.”

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