The UK Asset Finance Connect Summer Awards 2025

Welcome to the AFC Summer Awards 2025

Now in its fourth year, the AFC Summer Awards have become a cornerstone of the asset finance calendar—a prestigious evening dedicated to recognising excellence, celebrating success, and looking ahead to the future of our industry.

This is your opportunity to join peers, partners, and pioneers in acknowledging the standout achievements of individuals, teams, and organisations across the auto and equipment finance landscape.

Honouring excellence across the industry

Each award is carefully assessed by an independent panel of respected industry experts, ensuring a rigorous and fair selection process. From long-established accolades such as CEO of the Year and Lifetime Achievement, to fresh categories celebrating emerging talent and digital transformation, the AFC Summer Awards spotlight the very best in our field.

Award nominations now open – Deadline: May 9th

Nominations are open to all across the asset finance community. Whether you want to celebrate your team, your company, or a valued partner—make your voice heard.

Award categories include:

• AFC asset finance provider of the year (sponsored by LTi Technology Solutions)
• AFC equipment finance provider of the year (sponsored by Solifi)
• AFC auto finance provider of the year
• AFC best organisation to work for (sponsored by Acquis)– Celebrate the most inspiring auto or equipment finance company to work for.
• AFC lender of the year (sponsored by NETSOL Techologies) and AFC broker of the year (sponsored by Allica) – Recognise top-tier service, innovation, and impact.
• AFC personal achievement awards – Honour the individual excellence that drives our industry forward, with categories such as:
  • Outstanding Achievement Award 2025
  • Excellence in Compliance Award 2025 (sponsored by Shoosmiths)
  • Excellence in Technology Award 2025 (sponsored by VIP Apps Consulting)

Explore the full list of categories at: https://afcawardsuk.com/en/categories-page

An unmissable evening of celebration

Taking place on July 1st at City Central, located within the historic Honourable Artillery Company grounds in London, this year’s AFC Summer Awards & Gala Dinner promises a night to remember. The evening includes:

• A full-scale funfair with a big wheel, carousel, and dodgems
• A lavish three-course dinner with unlimited beer, wine, and soft drinks
• A premium awards ceremony with industry leaders and innovators
• An electric after party with DJ, dance floor, and bar

Secure your place now and take advantage of exclusive early bird rates until May 9th with discount code ‘early bird’.