Asset Advantage has announced the appointment of a Sales Director to strengthen its proposition to brokers. In this new role, Gary Thompson will lead the strategic direction and execution of sales and marketing initiatives to enhance market presence and drive growth.
Gary Thompson brings over 30 years’ of asset finance sales expertise, gained from roles at Siemens Financial Services, Key Equipment Finance and Bank of Scotland. His experience includes developing a wholesale offering for manufacturers and funders at Siemens Financial Services, purchasing over £300 million of leases in 4 years. He progressed to taking on the Sales Director Role supporting end users purchasing Siemens products, which enabled him to work across a wide range of products and services including: mobility, health care, renewables, industries, software and real estate.
Jonathan Eddy, Managing Director of Asset Advantage said, “I am delighted to welcome Gary to the team. His distinguished career and deep understanding of asset finance brings invaluable expertise to Asset Advantage. Gary will be responsible for strengthening our broker relationships, and capitalising on opportunities to expand our offerings.”
Gary Thompson said, “I am thrilled to be working for Asset Advantage as part of its investment in growth in 2025 and dedication to customer-centric solutions for asset finance and business loans. As the Sales Director, I aim to drive growth and expand our market presence by building strong relationships with our broker network and end users, expanding our understanding of their unique needs. I look forward to building and leading a talented team, enhancing our sales strategies, and contributing to the overall success of the company while ensuring that we deliver exceptional value and service to our customers. Together, we can achieve remarkable results and elevate Asset Advantage to new heights in 2025 and beyond.”
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