IMLA elects new chair and management committee for 2026

The Intermediary Mortgage Lenders Association (IMLA) has announced the election of its new management committee for 2026, with Jonathan Stinton, head of intermediary relationships at Coventry Building Society, appointed as chair.

Jonathan succeeds Richard Beardshaw of HSBC UK, who has completed his two-year term after overseeing a period of significant market change and intensive regulatory engagement. 

Jonathan has served on IMLA’s management committee since 2023 and brings extensive experience in intermediary relationships across the building society sector.

Joining Jonathan on the committee for 2026 are:

• Amanda Bryden, head of Halifax Intermediaries & Scottish Widows Bank
• Jeremy Duncombe, managing director of Accord Mortgages
• Nicola Goldie, head of strategic partnerships & growth at Aldermore Bank
• Paul Fenn, director of business development at Skipton Building Society

IMLA has also confirmed two co-opted members for 2026: Charlotte Grimshaw, head of intermediaries at Suffolk Building Society, and Sara Palmer, sales and distribution director at Gen H.

Kate Davies will continue in her role as executive director.

Jonathan Stinton (pictured) said: “I’m very honoured to become chair of IMLA and to have the opportunity to lead the association at such a pivotal time for our market. Intermediaries remain crucial to good customer outcomes, and I look forward to working with Kate and the committee to ensure that lenders’ voices are represented and heard as we navigate regulatory change, economic uncertainty and the evolving needs of consumers.”

Kate Davies, executive director of IMLA, added: “Congratulations to Jonathan and to all those elected or co-opted to the committee. I am enormously grateful to members who put themselves forward and to those who are stepping down after their service.

“Our incoming committee brings a strong mix of experience, insight and commitment to supporting the intermediary mortgage market. I look forward to working closely with Jonathan and the full team as we continue to represent the interests of our 53 member lenders.”