2025 30 Under 30 revealed
26/11/2025
The Leasing Foundation has announced its 2025 30 Under 30 index, now in its fifth year, celebrating the most impressive emerging talent across the UK asset finance sector.
Sponsored by Acquis, the index shines a spotlight on young professionals who are not only excelling in their roles but also shaping the future of the industry through innovation, leadership, and impact. Representing 29 different organisations, this year’s cohort reflects the growing strength, diversity and energy of the next generation.
Recognition took place yesterday at the Asset Finance Connect autumn conference, where the 2025 30 Under 30 were congratulated by Shanika Amarasekara, CEO of the FLA and James Rudolf, Chief Commercial Officer at Acquis.
Lauren McQuilken, director of the Leasing Foundation NextGen group and business development manager (asset finance) at United Trust Bank, said, “The 30 Under 30 index showcases the energy, diversity and ambition that will define the future of asset finance.
“This year’s nominees are exceptional, not just in performance but in purpose. They are growing businesses, supporting others and actively pushing the industry forward. We're proud to celebrate their achievements and excited to see what comes next.”
The Leasing Foundation 2025 30 Under 30 are (in alphabetical order by first name):
Adam Cooper, Simply
Alex Tait, Lombard
Alice Frankish, DF Capital
Ben Rose, Funding Circle
Callum Bough, WSC Finance Ltd
Darakhshan Fazail, NETSOL Technologies Europe Ltd
Dominic Bronti, Arkle Finance
Evie Vine, Liberty Leasing
Grace Roberts, Compass Business Finance
Grace Rust, Approved Finance
Henry Jones, Novuna
Jack Walters, BPCE Equipment Solutions
Jack Heys, Haydock Finance
Jack Crowe, Shire Leasing
Jake Dye, MAF Finance
James Brembridge, Principal Business Finance
Jasmine Vickery, Simply
Jazmine Frost, CGI
Jess Davies, White Oak
Lucy Ford, AFS
Manik Timber, Metro Bank
Marshall Parr, Charles & Dean Finance
Onyeka Obi, Mitsubishi HC Capital
Owen Sanders, Propel Finance
Rhiannon McKaig, Breadalbane Finance
Samuel Litchfield, Renaissance Asset Finance
Sarah Pocock, Acquis
Selim Jedidi-Ayoub, Alfa
Taylor Nolan, NexGen Business Finance
Tommy Edwards, UTB
30 Under 30 criteria:
Entry was open to any UK-based asset finance or leasing professional aged 29 or under on 30 September 2025, working for either a lender or service provider. Candidates were nominated, or could nominate themselves, based on evidence of:
-- Outstanding performance in the role
-- Inspiring or developing others
-- Driving change or innovation
-- Advocacy for diversity and inclusion
-- External industry contribution
-- Charitable or community impact
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