All articles by Alejandro Gonzalez

Alejandro Gonzalez

Alejandro Gonzalez has been the Editor of Leasing Life since January 2020.

Jagriti Singh joins 365 Finance as Head of Credit

Former Virgin Money executive to enhance credit analytics as firm targets £200m in annual originations

AI in leasing: why delay is no longer an option

Competitive pressure, customer demands and regulatory change mean early adopters are pulling ahead, writes Nivo’s co-founder.

UK–India FTA sets stage for cross-border leasing growth

Trade deal expected to unlock financing opportunities across key sectors as UK firms target India’s growing market, writes Jeremy Weltman.

UK banks urge policy support as confidence remains fragile

HSBC, Barclays, Lloyds and NatWest CEOs tell Treasury Committee that SME borrowing is increasing from a low base, while regional disparities and risk perceptions remain key challenges.

Paragon Bank raises automated lending threshold for SMEs

Specialist lender increases limit to £150,000 as part of wider digital transformation

Leasing Foundation launches talent development programme for 2025

Industry Insights initiative to support rising professionals in asset finance

PEAC Solutions appoints Schoonmaker as President of the Americas

Eileen Schoonmaker to lead regional operations and drive long-term value creation

EIF backs €200m green leasing push with BNP Paribas

InvestEU-backed guarantee targets sustainable asset finance for SMEs in four EU countries

Capital Leasing secures $5m green loan from EBRD to support MSMEs in Jordan

Facility includes GCF co-financing and EU grant to support climate investments by MSMEs.

How Gen Z is shaping the future of car buying: the rise of the omni-channel experience

Eva Kellershof, Vice President of Sales (North America and Europe) at NETSOL Technologies, explores how auto dealers and manufacturers are adapting to Gen Z’s demand for hybrid buying experiences