2021 Categories
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We recommend however that you look at the below information. Additionally, if you’re looking for tips on how to best prepare your submission, why not read our interview with some of our judges?
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The winning entry will demonstrate how the broker has provided best-in-class service not just to the lenders it works with, but also the dealers and end-users it takes business from. |
The winning entry will show, quite simply, why the business in question considers itself to be the best in its peer group to work for. |
The winning entry will show how a business has moved ahead of the curve to either support or provide finance sales through the online channel.
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The winning entry will demonstrate how the bank-owned lender has outperformed its competition both commercially, and in its approach to conduct, innovation and dealer service, to be considered the leading independent car finance provider. |
The winning entry will demonstrate how the lender has provided exemplary support to both the manufacturer it provides finance for, and the dealer network it sells through, and could be considered a leading provider of manufacturer finance. |
The winning entry will demonstrate how a firm has become known as a go-to legal authority for car finance providers.
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The winning entry will demonstrate how the lender has provided exemplary support to both the manufacturer it provides finance for, and the dealer network it sells through, and could be considered a leading provider of manufacturer finance. |
The winning entry will show outstanding commercial performance, and contribution to their employer’s growth. Demonstrate commitment to customers above and beyond the call of duty whilst showing they have an excellent professional reputation among customers and colleagues. |
The winning entry will show how a lender has worked in true partnership with its dealer partners, supporting them with a competitive service and product offering. |
The winning entry will show how a lender has worked in true partnership with its dealer partners, supporting them with a competitive service and product offering. |
The winning entry will demonstrate how the lender has championed an ethical, profitable and commercially sustainable approach to offering specialist finance, offering its target demographic a fair, good-value proposition. |
The winning entry will highlight how a company’s technology offering – defined as any software, system, technology service or process innovation – has created a demonstrable commercial advantage for a car finance provider, either directly or indirectly (such as by aiding compliance). |
The winning entry will highlight how a piece of technology – defined as any software, system, technology service or process innovation – has created a demonstrable commercial advantage for a car finance provider, either directly or indirectly (such as by aiding compliance). This technology may have been developed in house, or by a third party provider. |
The winning entry will describe how the nominated person has contributed to improved business performance (including financial results, customer wins, innovation it has brought to the market, customer testimonials, examples of strong leadership, and specific achievements and initiatives of the candidates) and who has demonstrated outstanding business leadership in the last two years (with particular emphasis on the last 12 months). |
Be creative - this category has deliberately broad criteria, as we want to hear who the industry feels should receive the accolade. |
![]() The winning entry will have demonstrated an outstanding level of commitment to business continuity or supporting clients through disruption. |
![]() The winner of this award will need to demonstrate an outstanding commitment to diversity and inclusion. |
![]() The winner of this award will need to demonstrate an outstanding level of commitment to sustainability or launched products focussed on sustainability across the last 12 months. |
The winning entry will outline a conduct strategy that goes far beyond treating customers fairly and offers an industry-leading level of service to consumers. |
Within your entry, describe how the nominated person, business, team, product, initiative, campaign or concept has had a positive effect on the car finance industry, and how it has the potential to change things for good. |
![]() The winning entry will show how a business has created a product, technology, system, process or concept never before seen in car finance, and implemented it with demonstrable success. |
The winner of this award will need to demonstrate exceptional performance and career development and must have less than five years’ industry service. |
After a year where the entire credit and financial services sector has faced unprecedented challenges, Credit Strategy has used covid as a catalyst to unite its communities around a set of sector-themed digital broadcasts. |
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Build relationships with award winning companies and create business opportunities | Celebrate and be seen to support the industry's achievements | Invite your prospective and exciting clients and reward staff performance |
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Competitive advantage | Target | Exposure |
A unique opportunity to promote your brand and connect with the entire car finance industry | Associate your brand with recognising excellence in a targeted area of your choice | Gain high impact market exposure by being part of the extensive multi-platform marketing campaign |