Funding 365 appoints new heads of finance and underwriting

Funding 365 has promoted Jonathan Brooks to head of finance and Katie Spitz to deputy head of underwriting.  

Both joined the lender via its graduate scheme. Jonathan started at Funding 365 nine years ago with a degree in economics. As head of finance, Jonathan will continue to support clients directly with their funding requirements whilst also being responsible for all aspects of company financing and treasury operations.

Katie joined Funding 365 with a degree in management and quickly became an integral member of its underwriting team. As deputy head of underwriting, Katie will continue to drive the firm’s service levels whilst mentoring its newest underwriting graduates.

Jonathan commented: “It has been a pleasure to work alongside the rest of the team at Funding 365 over the past nine years. As one of the company’s first graduate hires, I was given a great opportunity to build skills and gain exposure to many areas of the business and industry. I’m delighted to step into my new role and look forward to the challenges ahead.”

Katie said: “This promotion is not just a reflection of my contribution to Funding 365, but a testament to the brilliant people I work alongside. I’m very passionate about the company and team, so I’m excited to contribute at a higher level.”

Funding 365 director, Michael Strange, added: “Jonathan and Katie have both played instrumental roles in our growth and success over the years. Their promotions are thoroughly well-deserved and I have every confidence that they will be hugely successful in their new roles within our leadership team.”