Finance Education Centre Welcomes Lloyds Bank as First Patron Sponsor for 2026

The Finance Education Centre (FEC), a leading provider of professional training for the UK’s asset and commercial finance sectors, is proud to announce Lloyds Bank as its first confirmed Patron Sponsor for 2026. The sponsorship commenced in January 2026 and will extend across all FEC courses and programmes, marking a significant milestone in their growth journey.

This landmark partnership comes at a time of major expansion for the Finance Education Centre. For 2026, FEC is launching new Advanced Credit Skills and Commercial Finance & Product Knowledge courses, alongside its innovative “Create Your Own Academy” pathway, allowing delegates to select any three from six specialist courses to build a bespoke learning journey tailored to their career goals.

The Lloyds Bank sponsorship will provide year-round brand visibility across all training materials, pathways, events and marketing communications, while reinforcing the shared commitment of both organisations to raising professional standards and investing in the future of the UK finance industry.

Supporting a Sector That Powers the UK Economy

A spokesperson for Lloyds Bank commented:

“The broker channel plays a vital role in supporting UK businesses and driving economic growth. At Lloyds, we are passionate about developing the talent that underpins this sector. By sponsoring the Finance Education Centre, we are demonstrating our commitment to the ongoing learning, development and professionalism of the individuals working within it, ensuring the industry continues to thrive for years to come.”

A Growing National Training Provider with Big Ambitions

The Finance Education Centre was established with a clear mission: to raise standards across the asset and commercial finance industries through practical, inclusive and industry-led training. Over the past 12 months alone, FEC has:

Trained over 150 delegates nationwide
Expanded its national footprint
Delivered multiple bespoke in-house training programmes
Launched new industry-relevant qualifications
Begun development of a new digital learning platform to widen access and accelerate growth

With delegates ranging from new entrants to highly experienced professionals, FEC’s programmes are designed to deliver real-world impact, employability and career progression at every level.

A Call to the Lending Community

With Lloyds Bank now confirmed as the first Patron Sponsor for 2026, the Finance Education Centre is actively inviting other lenders, funders and industry partners to join the programme.

Sponsors gain:

Year-round brand visibility across training, events and digital platforms
Direct access to emerging and established broker talent
PR, social media and national promotional opportunities
Speaking, mentoring and co-hosting opportunities
Exclusive training benefits for internal teams

“Our sponsors tell us the value goes far beyond visibility,” said Yusuf Laher, Nation Training Manager at the Finance Education Centre. “It’s about shaping the future of finance, supporting brokers and funders at every stage of their careers, and being part of a genuine movement to raise professional standards. We are thrilled to welcome Lloyds Bank as our first Patron Sponsor for 2026 and look forward to announcing further partners in the months ahead.”

For sponsorship or course enquiries contact:
Yusuf Laher
National Training Manager
Email: team@fectraining.co.uk