Atelier appoints former Paragon Bank Managing Director as Non-Executive Director

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Robert Orr atelier

Development finance lender Atelier has today announced the appointment of Robert Orr to its Board as a Non-Executive Director (NED).

Prior to joining Atelier, Robert led the development finance team at Paragon Bank as Managing Director, following the banks acquisition of Titlestone Property Finance, the development finance lender that he established in 2012.

With an extensive career in development finance and a deep understanding of the SME developer landscape, he brings decades of experience to the role, having also previously worked as a Director at Close Brothers Property Finance.

As a NED, Robert will be providing strategic guidance and supporting Atelier through an exciting stage of growth.

He will also be a member of the Board Credit Committee, contributing his expertise to Atelier’s lending decisions.

Commenting on the appointment, Robert Orr said:

“Atelier is an established specialist lender with a clear vision for the future.

The team’s deep market expertise, combined with the strength of its backing, makes this a great platform for growth.

I’m looking forward to supporting the business as it moves into its next phase.”

Chris Gardner, CEO at Atelier, said:

“Robert knows this industry inside out.

His strategic mindset and deep lending expertise will be invaluable as we push forward with our growth plans.

We are really excited to welcome Robert to the business.”