Peer-to-peer lending platform FOLK2FOLK has signed Aaron Hamshire as relationship manager to expand broker relationships across the UK.

Hamshire (pictured) has over 15 years of experience in business development and relationship management, having held roles at the likes of Lloyds Bank as well as SWIG Finance.

Hamshire said: “I’m thrilled to be joining such a dynamic and focused team. FOLK2FOLK has a fantastic reputation for supporting brokers and regional businesses, and I look forward to building strong relationships and helping more businesses access the funding they need to succeed.”

BUILD BROKER NETWORK

Roy Warren, Managing Director of FOLK2FOLK, added: “We are delighted to welcome Aaron to our team.

“His experience, collaborative approach, and understanding of businesses and their borrowing needs make him an excellent addition. Aaron’s appointment reflects our ongoing commitment to strengthening our broker network and supporting SMEs across the UK.”

Since its launch in 2013, FOLK2FOLK has connected hundreds of local businesses with investors, providing business loans from £100,000 to help SMEs start, grow and diversify in every region of the UK. Investors meanwhile enjoy a fixed monthly income and the security of property-backed investments delivering attractive returns – currently from 8.75% per annum.