CONGRATULATIONS to both Tano Di Girolamo and Nickie Brooks who have joined the board of Bridle Group’s parent company Hanborough Enterprises.
Tano (pictured above) is appointed chief strategy officer while Nickie is appointed chief compliance officer. They join existing board members Neil Fox (CEO), Duncan Fitzgerald (COO) and Gareth Jones (CFO).
We have ambitious plans in terms of both business growth and ongoing development. We have invested in our infrastructure, with the addition of extra staff, new offices, improvements in our CRM system, and marketing strategy. We are receiving an increased level of interest in our franchise model, which we are keen to grow, and are actively looking at acquisition opportunities, to complement our existing offices and organic growth plans.
Tano, who sold his Fulton Vehicle Leasing business to Bridle in 2018, is tasked with enhancing Bridle’s funder relationships, developing the company’s franchise model and seeking acquisition opportunities.
Nickie (pictured above) also sold her Alternative Route business to Bridle in 2017 assumes responsibility for ensuring that the business continues to have a coordinated approach to governance and regulatory compliance, with a focus on ensuring both customers and business partners receive positive outcomes and excellent service.
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Ralph Morton is the leading journalist in the leasing broker sector and editor of Broker News, the website which provides information and news for BVRLA-registered leasing brokers. He also writes extensively on the fleet and leasing market in both the UK and Europe.
