Shawbrook Bank won two awards at the NACFB Gala Dinner last night.

It had received five nominations.

The awards, which are voted for by NACFB members rather than a voting panel, were Most Innovative Lender and a posthumous award for David Johnson’s Outstanding Contribution to the broker market.

Stephen Johnson, director of commercial mortgages at Shawbrook Bank, said: “Winning NACFB’s Most Innovative Lender award is particularly special for us as it’s testament to our belief that brokers are at the heart of everything we do. Our proposition is built around great personal service and a progressive attitude where we are constantly looking at new ways to evolve our products and service.

“We are never satisfied and are always looking to improve, so we are delighted that this has been recognised by our broker partners.”

He added: “I would also add a personal note that the award from the NACFB for David’s contribution to the broker market was a very special thing for the association to do, and the respect with which everybody responded was very humbling.”