Mortgage Business Expo (MBE) has confirmed that Rob Elder, the Bank of England’s agent for Greater London, will deliver the keynote speech at its upcoming London event, scheduled to take place on 14 October at the Business Design Centre in Islington.

Elder (pictured), who has been with the Bank of England since 1998, brings more than two decades of experience to the platform, including 12 years supporting the Monetary Policy Committee in both economist and senior management roles.

His address is expected to provide delegates with a timely assessment of the UK’s economic landscape, alongside the central bank’s forward-looking outlook.

MBE London follows the success of MBE North earlier this year and is once again expected to attract a broad range of professionals from across the mortgage and specialist finance sectors. With 50 exhibitors already confirmed, the event will offer attendees a programme of CPD-accredited seminars and face-to-face access to lenders and providers active in residential, commercial, bridging and later life lending.

Mike Mikunda, event director at MBE, said Elder’s return to the London stage is highly anticipated.

“We are delighted to once again have the Bank of England’s Rob Elder delivering the keynote address at MBE London,” he said. “His presentation last year was one of the highlights of the event, and he will provide all attendees with an informative and entertaining look into what lies ahead for the economy.”

The event also continues its partnership with the Financial Intermediary & Broker Association (FIBA). Martin Reynolds, chair of FIBA, described MBE as “a key date in the calendar” for brokers and intermediaries.

“The opportunity to meet lenders directly, gain market insight, and hear from influential speakers like Rob Elder adds real value for intermediaries,” he said.