Vantis, the AIM listed business advisory, tax and accountancy firm, has appointed Mark O’Neil as Client Director to spearhead the expansion of its asset finance division into new industry sectors and further develop the company’s lending-related services.
O’Neil brings over 20 years’ experience in banking and asset-based lending to Vantis, and was formerly Managing Director of IGF Asset Finance and Commercial Director of the IGF Group, which he joined as a regional sales manager in 1999. Prior to this, he was a Senior Business Manager with NatWest Bank Plc, and the banking group’s first fully accredited Technology Business Manager.
O’Neil will be working closely with Lionel Blackledge and Paul Sargent to create an expanded team with a full spectrum of resources and the necessary experience to deal with all forms of asset-based Lending.
Vantis Asset Finance, by drawing on a continually reviewed database of contacts, is able to source the most appropriate solution from a variety of lenders for each client’s unique circumstances. Vantis works with clients in need of help with their cash flow, as well as those requiring finance for all forms of assets, including plant and machinery, IT and business equipment. Vantis is also able to fund professional fees, such as indemnity insurance, at competitive rates.
Commenting on the appointment, Nigel Hamilton-Smith, director, says, ‘‘I’m delighted to welcome Mark to the team. His wide-ranging experience, positive attitude, drive and determination are sure to take our service to new levels. By focusing on the opportunities asset-based lending affords, we will be able to offer an attractive route to managing cash flow in an affordable way, as well as adding value to clients through our full range of financial and business services.’’
O’Neil says, ‘‘I’m delighted to have joined such a dynamic company as Vantis which is already seen as a major source of support to entrepreneurs and established businesses. I look forward to helping our new, existing and potential clients secure the best finance deal for their needs. Having previously obtained funding for everything from fleets of vehicles for large corporates through to printing presses, cycle rickshaws and everything in between, I am confident we will be able to accommodate a wide range of requests.’’
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