Shawbrook Bank is to renew its commitment to the National Association of Commercial Finance Brokers (NACFB), signing as title sponsor for 2017.

Karen Bennett, managing director of Shawbrook Commercial Mortgages, said: “We are proud to commit to the NACFB for a further 12 months to help deliver more education, innovation and value across this highly competitive market. Their commitment to transparency, not to mention their advocacy of the many benefits to customers of using a professional intermediary, is just one of many reasons why continuing as title sponsor for an additional year was an easy decision for us.

“The last three years have provided many challenges for all those involved in this market yet nonetheless the NACFB has always managed to provide strong and sensible leadership for its many patrons. This is to be commended and one of many reasons we are proud to continue our close relationship with them.”

NACFB interim CEO Rob Lankey added: “On behalf of everyone within the NACFB, we’re delighted to have Shawbrook on board as title sponsor once again. Both the NACFB and Shawbrook have prospered during our association with each other which is no coincidence. As we embark on a New Year, we’re proud to be standing shoulder to shoulder with Shawbrook in our passion for quality and high standards in the commercial finance market.

“Our mutual commitment to being a source of expertise for intermediaries, as well as our focus on supporting the delivery of positive outcomes for their clients is hardwired into the DNA of both organisations. This stands us in good stead for the inevitable challenges we will face in 2017 and beyond, and I would like to extend my thanks to Shawbrook for their ongoing support.”