Carlos has over 20 years’ leadership experience in financial services, legal, and manufacturing sectors, including his role as head of client care at Nalders Solicitors — he also held several senior roles at GE Money, gaining experience of sales within a regulated mortgage framework, regulated financial planning and supervising in regulated financial services.

In his new role, Carlos will lead all sales activities, with a particular focus on brokers and broker-originated deals.

The appointment follows the news that FOLK2FOLK surpassed the £700m lending milestone.

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Commenting on his new appointment, Carlos said: “I’m excited to join FOLK2FOLK, an organisation with a strong purpose and a remarkable history.”

“I look forward to fostering strong relationships with our broker partners and ensuring small businesses thrive through our tailored financial solutions.

“Together, we will continue to make a meaningful impact on local economies, helping more businesses grow and succeed.”

Roy Warren, managing director at FOLK2FOLK, added: "We are thrilled to welcome Carlos to FOLK2FOLK."

“With his experience and customer-centric approach he aligns with our culture and existing senior management team.

“We are confident that Carlos’s experience will be pivotal in driving broker-originated deals and enabling small businesses across the UK to access the funding they need to grow, develop or diversify.”