I think we would all agree that 2020 was one of the toughest years on record for everyone on a personal level as well as on a business level.

With the threat of a deadly virus to cope with, Brexit looming and the constant uncertainty brought about with lockdown and the numerous other restrictions imposed on our liberties, which we have all taken for granted in the past, 2020 was a year like no other.

The consequences which are being left in the wake of COVID-19 are unparalleled in recent history and will certainly leave their lasting scars on many sectors of the local business community long after the pandemic has subsided.

Here at Lakeland Commercial Finance we have also felt the impact amid all this uncertainty, with our team being limited in what they do best – helping our business customers achieve their objectives towards success.

I founded Lakeland Commercial Finance 6 years ago initially working from our Kendal office to service the financial needs and aspirations of local businesses, despite the recent turmoil that COVID has unleashed our vision of changing the face of Commercial Finance has not changed!

Our business is based on building strong, long term relationships with our customers, becoming a reliable partner to support their business and property finance needs when needed most, both now in the aftermath of COVID as well as in the future.

Just over 6 years on and we have recently appointed our newest member of the team, Operations Manager Jodie Wells, who will oversee and manage our Regional Offices servicing Lancashire, Greater Manchester and Merseyside along with the South Lakes, North Lakes and Scottish Borders, with further expansion of our team planned throughout 2021 and beyond. With the launch of our new website, we welcome in a new year with a new look for Lakeland Commercial Finance.