Embrace the festive spirit and end the year on a high note at the AFPA Christmas Drinks Networking Event at the luxurious Home House. This event is designed to bring together professionals in a joyous atmosphere, enabling meaningful connections and spreading holiday cheer.
Our Christmas Drinks Event will feature:
Networking opportunities with professionals from various industries
Refreshing drinks and delectable canapés
An exciting raffle and auction, offering exclusive items and experiences
A relaxed environment to build connections and partnerships
Join us for an afternoon of networking and camaraderie in the elegant surroundings of Home House. The AFPA Summer Drinks Networking Event promises to be a unique opportunity for professionals to connect in a relaxed and enjoyable atmosphere.
Our summer drinks event features:
Networking opportunities with professionals from various industries
Refreshing drinks and delectable canapés
An exciting raffle and auction, offering exclusive items and experiences
A relaxed environment to build connections and partnerships
Choose Your Charity, Champion Your Cause! The Asset Finance Professionals Association (AFPA) Trust is thrilled to announce the return of the hugely successful AFPA Trust Big Quiz!
Following a fantastic inaugural event in 2023, this year’s quiz promises another night of “friendly” competition, delicious food, and the chance to win a significant donation for your chosen charity.
Unique Opportunity: Champion a Cause Close to Your Heart
What truly sets the AFPA Trust Big Quiz apart is its empowering format. Unlike traditional fundraising events, every registered team gets to select their own charity to compete for. This allows you to champion a cause that’s personally meaningful to your team, making your victory even more rewarding.
Compete for Top Prizes, Make a Big Impact
Of course, bragging rights aren’t the only prize on offer (and InterBay has enjoyed their reign!) – the winning team will secure a life-changing £10,000 donation for their chosen charity. Second place isn’t far behind with a fantastic £3,000, and third place still takes home a fabulous £1,000 to support their cause. And if you are an AFPA Trust Charity Partner then you will win even more £££ for your chosen charity.
Relive the Excitement: Last Year’s Champions and Industry Spirit!
The 2023 AFPA Trust Big Quiz was a nail-biting affair, with teams battling it out for the top prize. A special congratulations to last year’s champions – InterBay Asset Finance, who demonstrated impressive knowledge and team diversity to secure a £10,000 donation for their selected charity
But the story gets even more heart-warming as InterBay Asset Finance’s parent company, OSB Group, was so inspired by their team’s win that they generously matched the £10,000 donation, effectively doubling the impact on their chosen charity – DePaul. This incredible act of solidarity perfectly embodies the collaborative spirit of the AFPA community.
Test Your Knowledge for a Good Cause
This year’s AFPA Trust Big Quiz is your chance to create a champion story and make a real difference. Gather your colleagues, put your general knowledge to the test, and all for a worthy cause. It’s a fantastic opportunity to network with fellow industry professionals in a relaxed and enjoyable setting.
Join Us for an Unforgettable Evening
Mark your calendars for an evening of fun, fundraising, and friendly competition!
Date: Thursday 23rd May 2024
Time: 5.15pm – 10.45pm
Venue: The Royal Overseas League, Six Park Place, London SW1A 1LR
Event Format: Warm up with a welcoming drinks reception. Get ready for some pre-dinner charity fun with a heads-and-tails competition – another chance to win for your chosen cause! Savour a delicious three-course meal with wine and petit fours. Put your knowledge to the test in the highly anticipated AFPA Trust Big Quiz!
Don’t miss out on this exciting opportunity to flex your mental muscles, support a great cause close to your heart, and enjoy a memorable evening with your colleagues!
The Big Quiz is shaping up to be a fantastic night, and we couldn’t do it without the support of our incredible sponsors! We’d like to express our sincere gratitude to:
Pre-Quiz Drinks Sponsor: A big thank you to InterBay Asset Finance for sponsoring the pre-quiz drinks reception! We appreciate you helping us get the party started.
Event Sponsor: Our deepest thanks to LTi Technology Solutions for their generous support as an Event Sponsor. Your contribution is instrumental in making this event possible.
Photography Sponsor: We’re thrilled to have NETSOL Technologies on board as our Photography Sponsor. They’ll be capturing all the key moments from the night, so you can relive the fun later.
Want to get involved? There are still a limited number of sponsorship opportunities available
Don’t forget AFPA Trust Charity partners receive: – Priority Access and seating to our BIG events and – up to 20% discount from event costs AND – the ability to BOOST their Quiz winnings
If you’d like your company to be a part of this exciting event, please contact Robert Taylor or Aysha Ellis-Aziz to discuss the remaining sponsorship packages.
AFPA Trust Unveils “BIG” Plans for 2024 and Beyond
The AFPA (Asset Finance Professionals Association) Trust is gearing up for an exciting year in 2024 with a series of “BIG” events designed to cultivate industry networking and charitable giving. As the leading charitable entity within the asset finance and leasing industry, AFPA Trust is renowned for its commitment to both causes.
“We’re excited to announce a calendar packed with ‘BIG’ celebrations this year,” confirms AFPA Trust Chair, Robert Taylor. Established favourites like the Big Quiz and Big IWD Lunch will return, joined by some exciting new additions: The Big Darts, The Big Golf, and The Big Shoot. “These events are designed to spark friendly competition between companies in the Asset Finance sector, all while raising money for industry-chosen charities.”
Building on the phenomenal success of the 2023 Big Quiz, the 2024 edition will return to the prestigious Royal Overseas League Club in London’s Mayfair on 23rd May. This year’s event promises to be even bigger, with increased prize money going towards the winners’ chosen charities. The pre-event welcome drinks will be sponsored by returning champions InterBay Asset Finance who are determined to retain the Rivermore Asset Finance donated AFPA Trust Big Quiz Trophy
The Big IWD Lunch, established earlier this year, will become an annual affair. The 2025 edition will take place on 6th March, at the Royal Overseas League Club. AFPA Trust Deputy Chair Aysha Ellis-Aziz emphasises their commitment to making “the IWD Big Lunch AFPA’s signature celebration of International Women’s Day within the asset finance industry.”
The 2025 lunch promises to be a powerful gathering, featuring 120 accomplished women from across the sector, inspiring speakers, and a unique lunch menu designed by none other than the 2019 MasterChef UK Winner and Women In The Food Industry ambassador, Irini Tzortzoglou.
Calling All Corporate Sponsors and Ambassadors
To ensure the success of this ambitious “BIG” event schedule, AFPA Trust is seeking Corporate Charity Partners from within the industry. These partners will have the opportunity to sponsor AFPA’s events and receive exclusive benefits, including discounts and priority entry and seating to the competitive “Big” events.
AFPA Trust is also excited to announce the launch of their Ambassador Programme. This initiative aims to build upon the charity’s strong foundation and propel their mission forward. Jane Bird from CGI and Ellese Jones from Catfoss Finance Limited have recently joined the ranks of AFPA Trust Ambassadors, actively involved in setting up networking events that raise money for charity, including the upcoming 2025 IWD Lunch.
For more information on AFPA Trust’s “BIG” events, becoming a corporate charity partner, or joining the Ambassador Programme, contact Robert Taylor, Chair of the AFPA Trust or Aysha Ellis-Aziz, Deputy Chairwoman.
The Asset Finance Professionals Association (AFPA) Trust, a renowned and impactful charitable organisation in the UK dedicated to establishing itself as the leading charitable entity within the asset finance and leasing industry, celebrated a remarkable success with its first-ever International Women’s Day Networking Lunch on Friday, 8th March, bringing together accomplished women from various companies within the asset finance and leasing sector. Simultaneously, AFPA Trust is pleased to announce the date for the 2025 edition, scheduled to take place at the prestigious Royal and Overseas League on Thursday, 6th March 2025.
The 2024 event, held at Smith’s Bar & Grill in Sheldon Square, London, was a jubilant occasion designed to celebrate the achievements and contributions of women in the industry. It featured a dynamic agenda, engaging discussions, and a delightful bottomless lunch, providing a warm and inviting atmosphere. Attendees were encouraged to actively participate by reaching out with questions, comments, or ideas, making the event truly collaborative.
The program, led by AFPA Trust Deputy Chairwoman Aysha Ellis-Aziz and Ambassador Jane Bird, included thought-provoking discussions on topics such as Women’s Empowerment in Finance, Career Development, Work-Life Balance, and Building a Supportive Community. Attendees actively participated in networking opportunities, encouraging collaboration and connection among the diverse group of professionals.
A notable feature of the event was the Charity Vote, where attendees had the opportunity to select their preferred charity from options including Women’s Aid, Smart Works, and The Fawcett Society. As a collective commitment to making a positive impact, £1,000 via AFPA Trust was chosen by the attendees to be donated to Smart Works, a UK charity which exists to give women the confidence they need to reach their full potential, secure employment and change the trajectory of their lives.
Aysha Ellis-Aziz expressed her gratitude, stating, “It was truly heartening to see us come together at the AFPA International Women’s Day networking lunch. Our aim was not only to create an enjoyable experience but also to derive significant benefit from our collective efforts. As this marked our inaugural event of this nature, and witnessing the tremendous interest and positive response, we are delighted to announce plans for a much larger gathering next year. It was particularly special to unite and collaboratively select a worthy charity deserving of the £1,000 donation in honour of International Women’s Day.”
The AFPA Trust is excited about the success of the inaugural event and looks forward to the 2025 edition, aiming to continue the tradition of bringing women in the industry together to celebrate achievements and inspire one another.
For further information about the Big AFPA IWD 2025 Lunch, please contact Aysha Ellis-Aziz or Jane Bird
The AFPA Trust is thrilled to announce two exciting networking events that promise to bring together professionals from diverse backgrounds within the asset finance and leasing sector for an unparalleled experience of connection and collaboration. Mark your calendars for these dates as we gear up to host the AFPA Summer Drinks Networking Event on the 3rd of July 2024 and the AFPA Christmas Drinks Networking Event on the 5th of December 2024, both taking place at the esteemed Home House, a private members club.
AFPA Summer Drinks Networking Event
Date: July 3, 2024
Time: 12:30 PM to 5:30 PM
Venue: Home House, 20 Portman Square, London
Join us for an afternoon of networking and camaraderie in the elegant surroundings of Home House. The AFPA Summer Drinks Networking Event promises to be a unique opportunity for professionals to connect in a relaxed and enjoyable atmosphere.
AFPA Christmas Drinks Networking Event
Date: December 5, 2024
Time: 12:30 PM to 5:30 PM
Venue: Home House, 20 Portman Square, London
Embrace the festive spirit and end the year on a high note at the AFPA Christmas Drinks Networking Event at the luxurious Home House. This event is designed to bring together professionals in a joyous atmosphere, enabling meaningful connections and spreading holiday cheer.
Both events at Home House will feature:
Networking opportunities with professionals from various industries
Refreshing drinks and delectable canapés
An exciting raffle and auction, offering exclusive items and experiences
A relaxed environment to build connections and partnerships
Save the date for these unmissable AFPA Trust events at Home House, and stay tuned for more details on additional highlights as the dates approach. The chosen charities for each event are yet to be confirmed and will be announced in 2024. The AFPA Trust remains committed to supporting meaningful causes, and we look forward to revealing the selected charities that will benefit from the generosity of our attendees, sponsors, and members.
