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Community DataGardener joins Asset Finance Connect as newest corporate member Published: 6th October 2025 Share Asset Finance Connect (AFC) is delighted to welcome DataGardener as its newest corporate member, further strengthening the network’s community of forward-thinking organisations shaping the future of asset finance. Based in the UK, DataGardener is a business intelligence company dedicated to helping lenders, brokers, and financial professionals make faster, smarter, and more profitable decisions. The company specialises in transforming complex company data into actionable insights through its flagship platform, Lending Intelligence, which connects to more than 35 live data sources. Lending Intelligence combines artificial intelligence with rich company data to uncover opportunities and risks ahead of the competition. Its AI-powered tools identify refinance possibilities and highlight early warning signs of cashflow stress. The platform also provides detailed company information including financials, charges, CCJs, director records, and international trade intelligence. By monitoring lending signals across invoice finance, asset finance, property finance, and unsecured lending, DataGardener gives its clients the visibility they need to focus on the most promising opportunities. Already trusted by organisations such as Allica Bank, Bibby Financial Services, Star Asset Leasing, and Capify, DataGardener has built a reputation for saving clients time, reducing wasted effort on cold leads, and providing the competitive edge required to grow their business. Tarun Kumar, CEO & Founder of DataGardener, commented: “Becoming a corporate member of Asset Finance Connect is an exciting step for DataGardener. “We see this as an opportunity to connect with industry leaders, exchange knowledge, and play an active role in driving innovation within the asset and invoice finance community. Together, we can support businesses with smarter insights and create lasting impact in the industry.” Edward Peck, CEO of Asset Finance Connect, welcomed the partnership: “We are thrilled to welcome DataGardener as a corporate member of Asset Finance Connect. “Their expertise in data-driven intelligence and commitment to innovation aligns perfectly with our mission of helping the asset finance community thrive. We look forward to working together to deliver fresh insights, foster collaboration, and support the growth of the industry.” With DataGardener’s membership, AFC’s community gains access to cutting-edge business intelligence tools that will help lenders and brokers identify opportunities earlier, manage risk more effectively, and drive sustainable growth in a rapidly evolving financial landscape. To find out more about DataGardener, visit https://datagardener.com or follow them on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/company/14518501/ To learn more about becoming an AFC Corporate Member, contact Joe Nilsson, Business Development Director, on +44 (0) 7379 096 111 or email joenilsson@assetfinanceconnect.com. Lisa Laverick Editor - Asset Finance Connect Sign up to our newsletter Featured Stories CommunityFunding Xchange to sponsor Leasing Foundation’s EDI initiatives CommunityThe cloud and its challenges – Alfa’s Alex Barnes joins AFC podcast Corporate Member CommunityHaydock Finance celebrates Ian Forsyth’s 2025 championship win