Bibby Financial Services (BFS), has appointed Dan Burton as its head of sales for Manchester, as part of a plan to increase funding support to businesses in the region.

Burton (pictured), who was nominated and commended for the Insider North West Young Professional of the Year 2014, has been with the invoice finance provider for seven years, most recently as manager in the corporate team.

He now heads up the funder’s sales efforts in the Manchester area, managing a team of 10 and reporting into regional sales director, Stephen Johnson.

Burton said: “I’m delighted with the new role and this is a fantastic opportunity to continue to push the business forward by delivering excellent service to prospective new clients in need of flexible funding.

“Development of our professional relationship network is key to our success and therefore an essential part of our strategy. We’re now looking to enhance these relationships to provide further support to businesses of all sizes.”

Johnson added: “Dan’s commitment, tenacity and knowledge of the business environment are real assets to us, and I’m confident that his expertise will benefit our efforts in the area; enabling us to increase the vital support we provide to businesses.”