Meet the team - Cambridge & Counties Bank

We’re not the same as other lenders

Lending at Cambridge & Counties Bank isn’t the same as you might be used to elsewhere. Our highly experienced team offer a personal service, which puts you first, and our manual underwriting process ensures we properly understand each customer.

Neil Fender

Head of Classic Car Finance

Neil began his career in banking, mainly in the commercial sector. After over 30 years’ experience in the banking world, Neil expanded his horizons to follow his dream of dealing with classic cars through setting up his dealership Fender-Broad. Neil’s first classic car was the ‘rear engine super car’ – the Hillman Imp! Neil is currently dreaming of owning a C-Type Jaguar, which he may well need Classic Car Finance for!

Tom Senior

Director of Classic Car Finance

Tom has been in the banking industry for over 20 years with experience in private, corporate and personal banking. Tom joined Cambridge & Counties Bank in 2015 as Director of Credit, growing the department before moving to help launch Classic Car Finance. Tom has a lifelong passion for cars that was passed down from his dad who attended F1 races with the likes of Jim Clark & Juan Manual Fangio and his desire for cars has continued. Ignoring cost and any sense of practicality, Tom would love a 1965 Aston Martin DB5 or the slightly more sensible Bentley Continental GTC W12 combining speed with space for four.

Mike Kirsopp

Chief Executive Officer

After spending over 30 years working in the financial services industry, specifically within the commercial lending sector, Mike was appointed to CEO of Cambridge & Counties Bank in 2014. Much of his career was spent lending within the commercial banking arm of Lloyds Bank which also included senior roles in the business change and strategy functions. Mike has a real love of classic cars and included within his collection are an Austin 1300 GT – in wild orange, a MG 1300 Saloon – in lilac and an MGB GT V8 – the real classic car!

Tel: 0116 366 0800
Email: [email protected]

Paul Fowkes

Head Of Credit Operations Asset Finance

Paul has worked in corporate banking for over 25 years. He joined Cambridge & Counties upon launch of the asset finance offering and continues to oversee the credit function in the launch of Classic Car Finance. Paul's love of classic and luxury cars stems from his time spent within the premium asset finance sector and has resulted in his own small collection of classic and post-vintage cars.

Tel: 0116 366 7925
Email: [email protected]

Bespoke Finance

We understand that classic and vintage cars are different. That’s why our finance packages are as unique as your investment.

Expert Knowledge

In financing your car through us, you’re tapping into a depth of knowledge and understanding.

Personal Service

As a bank, we are proud to say that 99% of our new customers report that we dealt with their enquiry and application effectively; just a UK based team driven to deliver outstanding service.

Great Value

Our expert knowledge in this bespoke area of finance, combined with our passion and enthusiasm mean you get exceptional value for money.