The AFPA Trust has added three new ambassadors to support charitable initiatives through events and enhancing connections within the asset finance and leasing industry.

The newly appointed ambassadors are Julie Warren, Mark Lyons, and Kris Turner (pictured below, from left). 

In December 2024, the trust announced that the UK asset finance and leasing community is on track to raise nearly £100,000 for 26 community good causes by the end of the year. 

Warren has more than 35 years of corporate finance experience, having worked with top banks, fintechs, and independents. She is currently the CMO at Propel Finance and chair of Hydr Finance, focusing on senior sales and marketing roles in invoice and asset finance.

Lyons has over 20 years of experience as a recruitment partner in financial services, banking, and automotive sectors. His career began in asset finance sales for Bank of Scotland, and his recruitment expertise covers various disciplines, from junior to board-level appointments. 

Odessa business development vice president Kris Turner leverages his experience from Apak Group and Sopra Banking Software. He has held senior roles in account management, business development, and sales enablement, contributing significantly to his new role at the trust.

AFPA Trust deputy chair Aysha Ellis-Aziz said: “We are absolutely thrilled to welcome Julie, Mark, and Kris as ambassadors for the AFPA Trust. It is fantastic to see such accomplished professionals join our team. Their diverse backgrounds and expertise will be invaluable as we continue to grow and expand our reach.

“We are also incredibly proud that two of our previous ambassadors have recently been appointed to the board of Trustees. This demonstrates the strength of our ambassador programme and the commitment of our supporters to the AFPA Trust’s mission.”