Gavin Diamond to join Spring Finance as CEO

Spring Finance has today announced that Gavin Diamond (pictured) will be joining as chief executive officer on 26th July.

This high-profile addition to the team is a strong statement of intent as Spring looks to continue its growth in the specialist finance industry.

Diamond has a long and successful track record not just at United Trust Bank but also within the wider industry. His appointment is the next step in building a team of highly regarded, talented and trusted industry professionals.

Andrew Bloom, owner at Spring, said: “We are delighted that Gavin is joining and everyone is looking forward to him leading the team.

“It speaks volumes for Spring’s ambitions that this role attracted someone of Gavin’s calibre and experience”.

Diamond said: “I am delighted to be joining Spring at this tremendously exciting time. Following the recent financial investment, I see a real opportunity to use my experience to lead and grow the team to become a significant player in the wider specialist finance industry”.

Other senior hires will be announced in the coming months.

Speaking of Diamond’s departure Mark Stokes, executive director & chief commercial officer, United Trust Bank, said: “Gavin has helped us to build a resilient and successful bridging operation and although we’re sorry to lose him we’d like to wish him well in his new venture.

“Our search has already begun to identify the talented and driven individual who can lead UTB’s bridging business and deliver our ambitious and exciting plans for the future. In the meantime, our strong team led by Owen Bentley and Nikki Brett will ensure we continue to take the business forward, maintain high levels of service to our brokers and customers and ensure continuity during the change of leadership.”

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