Wed Nov 11, 2020
19:15 - 01:00
The Midland Hotel, Manchester
A symbol of achievement within the industry
From its inauguration in 2016, the Car Finance Awards has grown to become the only awards programme to gather dealers, lenders and brokers to celebrate and reward success across the industry.
Winning a Car Finance Award is a symbol of achievement, a veritable endorsement of success enhancing your credibility and standing in the eyes of your peers and your customers, not to mention the exceptional marketing and PR opportunities your win guarantees you.
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Key dates
Complimentary entry deadline: 17 July 2020
Final entry deadline: 31 July 2020
Order of ceremonies
7.15pm Drinks reception
7.45pm Call to dinner
8.00pm Welcome address from the organiser
8.05pm Charity beneficiary
8.15pm Dinner
9.50pm Entertainment
10.00pm Car Finance Awards Ceremony
11.00pm After party and networking
01.00am Carriages
* timings are subject to change
Dress code: Strictly black tie
Audience
Following Credit Strategy’s acclaimed Car Finance Conference, this Awards programme presents the opportunity for dealers, lenders and brokers to get together and celebrate a year of hard work.
"An excellent engaging evening"
Chief Executive Officer Autogenesis
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"Enjoyable and good networking"Head of Marketing Bonafidee
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"Well attended, good environment to mix with peers"Deputy Head of Lending Raphaels Bank
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Judges
All Judges
Winners 2019
Car Finance Business Leader of the Year
Rebecca McNeil
Close Brothers Motor Finance
Car Finance Awards categories
GETTING STARTED
You can start, edit and return to your entries as many times as you like. Remember, there’s no limit to the number of categories you wish to enter.
CONFIDENTIALITY
All materials will remain confidential to the judges. Winning case studies may be used in post-event materials to promote best practice but permission will be sought from entrants before publishing.
ENTRY DEADLINE
Entries usually cost £200 but are complimentary until the 17 July 2020. The final entry deadline is 31 July 2020.
TERMS & CONDITIONS
By entering the awards, you are agreeing to our terms and conditions.
NEED HELP?
Please contact our events team via email or call 020 7940 4835 - press 4.
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.
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 non-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 a firm has become known as a go-to legal authority for car finance providers.
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 successful motor retail business uses car finance products to drive customer satisfaction, sales volume, retention and profit.
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 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 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.
Sponsors
We are committed to working in partnership with our sponsors to ensure sponsors achieve their aims. Please complete the short request form detailing your requirements and a member of the team will be in touch within 24 hours with a targeted proposal.
For further information, please contact our sales team by email or call us at 020 7940 4840
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Venue
Address:
The Midland is located on Peter Street in the centre of Manchester.
The hotel is within walking distance of Manchester Oxford Road (200 metres) and Manchester Piccadilly (0.6 miles) and is easily accessible from all corners of the country, Manchester Airport and Local and National rail links making it the perfect base for your visit to Manchester.
Train
The nearest train stations to the hotel are Manchester Oxford Road (200 metres) and Manchester Piccadilly (¾ mile). For train times and journey planning please visit nationalrail.co.uk. The main station for nationwide services is Manchester Piccadilly, which is linked to the hotel by the Metrolink Network (on the Eccles, Altrincham, Manchester Airport and East Didsbury lines, alighting at St Peter’s Square) and by the Metroshuttle Free Bus Route.
Metrolink
The Metrolink network runs across the City Centre and Greater Manchester. The nearest stop to The Midland is St Peter’s Square to the side of the hotel, with services including those to and from Manchester Piccadilly, Manchester Victoria and Manchester International Airport. For timetables and journey planning please visit metrolink.co.uk.
Bus
Manchester is serviced by a free Metroshuttle bus which links the main train stations, car parks, shopping areas and hotel around the city centre running at least every ten minutes, the nearest stop is outside the Free Trade Hall, 150 metres from the front of the hotel.
For bus services operating from Manchester City Centre around Greater Manchester, please visit tfgm.com/buses.
Car
From the South
From the M6 Junction 19 join the M56. Follow signs for the city centre (A5103). Then follow signs for the Manchester Central Convention Complex/Bridgewater Hall onto Medlock Street. Go through the lights onto Lower Mosley Street. Pass Bridgewater Hall on your right and the rear of the hotel is facing you.
From the North
From the M6, join the M61 at Preston. Follow signs for M60 south and west towards the Trafford Centre. Then follow signs for the Manchester Central Convention Complex/Bridgewater Hall onto Medlock Street. Go through the lights onto Lower Mosley Street. Pass Bridgewater Hall on your right and the rear of the hotel is facing you.
With SatNav
When using a satellite navigation system, please use postcode M2 3NQ to reach the hotel.
Car parking
The Midland does not have its own car park; however parking is available at: NCP Manchester Central (0.1 miles). SatNav: M2 3GX
Seven disabled parking bays are available across the road from the main entrance of the hotel on Mount Street, which are free for Blue Badge Holders.
Airport
Manchester International airport is the nearest Airport to The Midland (10 miles). It is connected to the City Centre by rail to Manchester Piccadilly and Manchester Oxford Road Stations, and by Metrolink to the St Peter’s Square stop to the side of the hotel.
For futher information please contact our events team or call 020 7940 4840
Car Finance Conference
The industry is facing a time of unprecedented uncertainty, factors such as intense regulatory scrutiny, manufacturing issues, and consumer confidence have us asking the tough questions. The Car Finance Conference on 14 October 2020 is here to guide you and your business through the next 18 months.
Prices
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Sparkling drinks reception |
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Sumptuous three-course meal with wine followed by coffee and petit fours |
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Entertainment provided |
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After-party with dancing until 2am |
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A bucket of 10 premium beers |
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Two bottles of premium champagne |
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Table entertainment |
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All prices are exclusive of VAT.
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Winners packages
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| License to use Car Finance Awards winner’s logo |
| Car Finance Awards certificate |
| Winners photo of you collecting the award |
| Judges’ comments |
| Full page advert in printed Credit Strategy Magazine |
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Double page piece of collaborative content detailing what set your company apart from other finalists |
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Price if you book a full table |
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Want to know more about the winner’s packages? Send us an email or call us on 020 7940 4835
