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AFS Group Companies Shortlisted in Four Categories of the Finance Connect Summer Awards 2026

15.06.26

By Claire Carter

2 mins read

AFS Group Holdings Ltd is delighted to announce that companies across the Group have been shortlisted in four categories of the prestigious Finance Connect Summer Awards 2026.

The shortlist recognises excellence across a broad range of disciplines within the asset and commercial finance sector and highlights the strength and diversity of expertise across the AFS Group.

The Group’s shortlisted entries are:

  • Asset Finance Solutions (UK) LtdLarge Asset Broker of the Year
  • Forest HorizonExcellence in Technology Award
  • AFS Group Holdings Ltd (covering Synergy Commercial Finance and Asset Finance Solutions (UK) Ltd) – SME Growth Partner of the Year
  • AFS ComplianceExcellence in Compliance

Whilst being shortlisted in any one category represents a significant achievement, AFS Group believes that recognition spanning four distinct areas of the business is particularly noteworthy and reflects the breadth of capability that has been developed across the Group.

In addition, a number of AFS/Synergy Appointed Representatives have also made the shortlist including:

  • Crown Business Finance – Large Asset Broker of the Year & Callum Burnapp, Senior Account Manager in the Rising Star category
  • Forest Road Finance – Specialist Asset Broker of the Year
  • Millbrook Business Finance – Specialist Asset Broker of the Year, Best Auto or Equipment Finance Organisation to Work For, Melanie Jeffs, Marketing Executive in the Rising Star category

The Finance Connect Summer Awards celebrate excellence, innovation and leadership across the asset finance industry, recognising organisations and individuals that are making a meaningful contribution to the sector.

Commenting on the success, Nick Simpson, Group Managing Director of AFS Group Holdings, said:

“When we established AFS Group Holdings, we wanted to build out the Group from the AFS, Synergy and Compliance foundations to offer a wider range of services, all aimed at delivering growth in the asset and commercial finance sector.

We wanted to support not only brokers, but also funders and, of course, the individuals who power them. These shortlistings feel like a real proof point that this strategy, and the hard work behind it, are on the path to success.”

The Group extends its thanks to all those involved across the shortlisted businesses, not least the employees, brokers and funders who continue to drive innovation and deliver exceptional outcomes for clients and partners alike.

Winners of the Finance Connect Summer Awards 2026 will be announced at the awards ceremony taking place in London on 7 July 2026.

 

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