Watts Commercial Finance appoints Matt Stevenson as new Commercial Manager

By Bridging Loan Directory 26th June 2024

Watts Commercial Finance has announced the appointment of Matt Stevenson as their new Commercial Manager covering the South West region, specifically Devon and Cornwall.

As Watts Commercial continues to rapidly grow, they welcome this new addition, which aligns with their five-year plan to expand their Commercial Managers team to 50 and grow its overall staff to 100, ensuring comprehensive national coverage.

Matt will spearhead growth and client engagement in the South West region, with a specific focus on Devon and Cornwall.

He joins Watts Commercial with an impressive career spanning 19 years in the banking industry.

Most recently, he served as Director, South West Commercial at Arbuthnot Latham for over seven years.

During his tenure, he led a team of bankers and support staff, managing a diverse portfolio of clients, predominantly within the property sector and landed estates.

Phil Gray, Managing Director, Watts Commercial, said:

“We are delighted to welcome Matt to our team.

His extensive experience and deep understanding of the South West market will be invaluable as we expand our presence in Devon and Cornwall.

Matt’s proven track record in property lending and his ‘can do’ attitude align perfectly with our company values and strategic goals.”

Matt Stevenson added:

“I am delighted to bring the multi-award-winning Watts Commercial brand to the South West region.

I look forward to supporting local businesses and property investors with whole of market funding solutions.

My experience in property lending, strong client relationships, extensive network of introducers, and management expertise will enable me to contribute significantly to the growth and success of Watts Commercial in this region.”