Leumi ABL

At Leumi UK, we’re proud to highlight the talented individuals who drive our success. Meet Andrew Thompson, Head of Structured Finance at Leumi ABL, whose expertise and leadership have been instrumental to our continued growth. Andy leads a team that manages relationships with our larger, more complex ABL clients. As Andy highlights, “Our ability to collaborate across departments enables us to navigate challenges efficiently and deliver results that exceed expectations". This focus on teamwork and communication empowers the Structured Finance team to operate with agility, responding swiftly to client needs and market dynamics. Reflecting on his time at Leumi ABL, Andy shares, " What I enjoy most about Leumi ABL is the culture. It’s full of people who genuinely care—about the business, the clients, and each other. That sense of commitment and support is a big part of why the organisation has been so successful. It also aligns perfectly with my own values, which made joining Leumi ABL feel like a really natural fit.” Andy’s journey, marked by resilience and a wealth of experience in Asset Based Lending, will continue around the opportunities and growth offered at Leumi UK. His passion for building strong relationships, both internally and with clients, showcases our dedication to fostering a collaborative, inclusive culture where every team member contributes to our collective achievements. We believe that when we work together, we achieve more. It’s this commitment to partnership and mutual respect that sets us apart and drives our ongoing progress. #Collaboration #ClientSuccess #CompanyCulture #Leadership #StructuredFinance #WorkplaceExcellence #EmployeeEngagement

Last week, Leumi UK hosted our Annual Client Drinks at the Ham Yard Hotel. It was a resounding success, with a vibrant and buzzy atmosphere that carried through the evening. The bowling alley proved to be even more popular than last year, with guests eager to warm up as soon as they arrived!   This event offered an ideal platform for insightful business conversations to personal anecdotes, underlining the depth and breadth of Leumi’s network.   We were grateful for the opportunity to express our appreciation for the dedication of our team, and we feel extremely proud to see and talk to so many clients and partners who demonstrate their trust and confidence by continuously choosing Leumi UK!   Such support underpins our accomplishments and reinforces our commitment to excellence. The Leumi UK Annual Drinks always serve as a reminder that achievements are built upon collaboration, shared values, and lasting partnerships.   Mickey Schiller | Phil Woodward | Peter Clayton | Louise Gillon #NetworkingSuccess #HamYardHotel #ReflectingOnSuccess #MeaningfulConnections

Leumi ABL recently hosted a sailing day, made even more enjoyable by the sunshine. The event was led by Regional Sales Directors Jonathan Hughes and Ryan Whitworth together with Head of Structured Finance Andrew Thompson. We were pleased to welcome our guests being partners and directors from AlixPartners, PwC, K3 Advantage, and Quantuma Corporate Finance. The day offered a fantastic opportunity to strengthen relationships with advisers active in the mid-market. It was a memorable and enjoyable experience for everyone involved, thank you to all who joined the team. Phil Woodward | Mickey Schiller #Networking #RelationshipBuilding #MidMarketFinance #SailingDay #CorporateEvent #LeumiABL #StructuredFinance #BusinessDevelopment #Advisory #ProfessionalNetworking #ClientEngagement #TeamBuilding #Partnerships

Leumi ABL is delighted to have been selected to join the increased £240m, Asset Based Lending Club Facility to support the further growth of one of the UK’s leading SME asset-based lenders. The funding structure involves Back-to-Back Asset Based Lending, consisting of Invoice Finance, Inventory, Plant and Machinery and Property Facilities. This has enabled Leumi ABL the opportunity to work alongside several of the UK’s high street Banks and others demonstrating Leumi ABL’s flexible, approachable manner to structuring and delivering ABL solutions. John Walsh | Phil Woodward | Mickey Schiller #AssetBasedLending #SMEGrowth #InvoiceFinance #InventoryFinance #PropertyFinance #BusinessGrowth #FlexibleFunding #ABL #UKBusiness #LeumiABL #FinanceSolutions #HighStreetBanks #BusinessSupport

Congratulations to Leumi ABL’s Thames Valley and South Regional Sales Director, Jonathan Hughes, on his recent appointment to a member of The IFT! This is a testament to Jonathan’s expertise and dedication in the field.   #Congratulations #TeamLeumi #IFT #ProfessionalGrowth #Refinancing

Leumi ABL is delighted to announce a £15 million refinance of ABL debt Facilities for market leading horticulture supplier, Fargro Limited. The Facilities include Receivables, Inventory and Property funding to generate incremental liquidity in supporting the business’ growth plans.   Steve Webb, Finance Director of Fargro, commented “With ambitious plans at Fargro, we are delighted to be working with Leumi ABL to deliver those plans. The horticulture sector is hugely important to the economy and Fargro will be at the forefront of supporting the industry into the future. We have already developed a strong relationship with Leumi and look forward to their continued input and support.”   David Sherratt, Founder and CEO at Ashridge Capital added: “It was essential that the Leumi facilities provided both flexibility and certainty to support our evolutionary plans and cashflow requirements. We value relationships with all customers, suppliers and funders and we very much appreciate a proactive funding partner who understands the dynamics of our business.”   Leumi Regional Sales Director, Martin Risman, said; “Fargro has an excellent management team, established market leading presence, supportive investor and an ambitious, forward-looking plan to revolutionise the horticulture sector. We are delighted to provide ABL facilities to Fargro and look forward to further developing our relationship with the team and investor.”   Read full story: https://lnkd.in/eBjD6aAn   Phil Woodward | Mickey Schiller | Nav Patel #LeumiABL #Fargro #Horticulture #BusinessGrowth #ABL #Finance #Refinance #BusinessSuccess #Partnerships #Receivables #InventoryandPropertyfunding

Leumi ABL is delighted to announce the completion of an £80 million asset-based lending facility, together with BZ in support of Endless LLP’s acquisition of ASCO Group last year, a leading materials management and logistics company in the global energy industry.   Tony Wright, CFO of ASCO, commented: “This transaction with BZ and Leumi is a transformative step forward for ASCO, significantly strengthening our balance sheet. It enables the Group to accelerate our growth strategy and capitalise on the numerous opportunities we see in both current and future markets. We have received incredible support from Endless and our advisors in successfully delivering this complex facility, and we look forward to our partnership with BZ and Leumi helping us achieve our growth aspirations across the entire energy industry.”   John Walsh, Regional Sales Director of Leumi ABL, commented: “The bespoke ABL funding package, provided by BZ and club partner Leumi ABL will enable the ASCO Management Team to realise the opportunities via the growing renewables market while continuing to support its existing customer base. The process, managed by PwC, was very competitive and the manner in which Leumi supported BZ enabled the Club to deliver a multi-asset, cross-border ABL Facility to meet Asco’s and Endless requirements.”   This complex, multi-jurisdictional facility consists of receivables, work in progress, property, and a cash flow loan. The comprehensive funding package supports entities in the UK, Norway, and Canada.   Read full story: https://lnkd.in/eV5rSjEZ   Andrew Ross | Ben Milner | Robert Wakeford | Richard Siddall | Phil Woodward | Mickey Schiller | Peter Clayton | Guy Brocklehurst | Steve Ive | Richard Perkins | Steven Marriott | Sean Ruiz MCICM Dip. ABFA | Giorgos Michail #AssetBasedLending #ABL #Finance #Logistics #EnergyIndustry #Renewables #GrowthStrategy #CrossBorderFinance #Funding #BusinessGrowth

The Leumi ABL team recently hosted an exclusive and interactive BBQ Club Experience, treating our guests to a delicious tasting menu, featuring dishes cooked over their table's own Big Green Egg barbecue.   Set against the vibrant backdrop of London's bustling South Bank, the event took place at Jimmy's BBQ Club. The atmosphere was lively and the delicious food, coupled with engaging conversations, made for an enjoyable afternoon for everyone who joined us!   A huge thanks to those who came along for providing excellent company.   Martin Risman | Ryan Whitworth | Nav Patel | Steve Ive | Phil Woodward | Mickey Schiller #BBQExperience #ClientEvent #LondonEvents #Networking #CulinaryDelights #AssetBasedLending

Leumi ABL is proud to have supported Mutares SE & Co. KGaA award-winning turnaround of Sheffield’s Special Melted Products Ltd by providing a £33 million working capital facility.   Leumi ABL played a key role in the strategic and financial efforts that culminated in the sale of the business for £144 million, almost a year after an acquisition for just £2.5 million.   The successful transformation garnered industry-wide recognition and highlighted the remarkable turnaround achieved through Mutares’ strategic vision and operational expertise alongside crucial financial support from Leumi ABL. The partnership earned Mutares the prestigious Actum award for the best private equity deal of the year in the £100-500 million category.   Ryan Whitworth, Regional Sales Director at Leumi ABL says: “We were an active financier and supporter who understood the company's potential and we were willing to back it substantially based on the plans Mutares presented, even though those ambitions were not yet being reflected in the actual or historical performance of the business. Being able to get under the skin of a business and understand what our partners are trying to achieve is fundamental to how we look to support and help firms.”   Thomas Cullis, Mutares Operating Partner said: “Leumi ABL’s ability to quickly understand the complexities of our business and provide a scalable, flexible finance facility was crucial to our success. Leumi’s support went beyond just financial backing; their strategic insights and swift execution enabled us to implement critical operational improvements and achieve remarkable growth. We look forward to continued collaboration with Leumi as we drive further value in our investments."   Read full story: https://lnkd.in/en7fH7WK   Phil Woodward | Mickey Schiller #BusinessTurnaround #PrivateEquity #LeumiABL #Mutares #StrategicFinance #FinancialSupport #ActumAward #InvestmentSuccess #CorporateFinance #PrivateEquityDealOfTheYear

The Leumi ABL team enjoyed a great day out with guests and contacts at the Royal Ascot Ladies Day last week. Perfect weather enhanced the day, as did a selection of winners in the races. It is always good to spend time with guests who join in the fun of the day. A huge thanks to Mandeep Kaur Virdee, Andrew Symmonds, Phil Mabb, James Lewin, Philippa Robinson, Nicola Kirk, Sharon Taylor and Satvik Walia for providing excellent company.   Martin Risman | Madison R. | Jonathan Hughes | Phil Woodward | #royalascot #corporateevent #races #businesspartner #businessrelationships #ladiesday #royalascotladiesday