Mortgage Business Expo South announces increased turnout with plans for Manchester event underway
24 October 2024
The Mortgage Business Expo (MBE) South 2024 once again proved to be a standout event for the intermediary mortgage sector, drawing an impressive number of brokers, lenders, and key stakeholders from across the industry.
Held at the Business Design Centre in London on October 10th, and continuing a successful partnership with Financial Intermediary & Broker Association (FIBA), the expo saw a 3% increase in attendance on 2023’s event, with visitors spending an average of 5 hours engaging in vibrant discussions, seminars, and networking opportunities.
This year’s MBE South highlighted the value of face-to-face interactions, with 84% of attendees coming to establish new business contacts, 74% for networking opportunities, and 59% seeking to strengthen relationships with existing suppliers. The atmosphere on the floor reflected this engagement, creating an exciting buzz that was palpable throughout the day.
The seminar programme was a major draw for attendees, offering thought-provoking sessions from industry leaders. Notably, the Bank of England’s keynote seminar and the Market Overview, chaired by Rob Barnard, Intermediary Relationship Director at Pepper Money, were bustling once again, with attendees eager to hear economic insights on the housing and mortgage sectors. The event’s dynamic line-up, curated with support from PR partner, Square 1 Media, included discussions on specialist property finance, residential mortgages, and the evolving buy-to-let landscape.
Exhibitors and visitors alike were impressed by the event’s organisation and the opportunity to connect with key industry figures.
Saalik Haleem from Offa said, “Always a thoroughly invigorating and fun day meeting key industry participants and offering us a chance to showcase our proposition. One of the first dates marked off in the diary each year.”
Alex Coleman, a mortgage adviser at The Mortgage & Financial Advice Shop Ltd, shared, “It was a very informative and enjoyable day, providing great value and insight into the latest industry trends.”
With the success of MBE South, attention now turns to Mortgage Business Expo North, taking place at Manchester’s Central Convention Complex on 28th March 2025.
MBE North will build on the momentum of this year’s event, offering another robust seminar programme and networking opportunities for brokers and lenders alike. As with MBE South, the Manchester event promises to be a key date in the mortgage industry calendar.
Mike Mikunda, Event Director for MBE, stated:
“We’re thrilled with the success of MBE South, and we’re already looking ahead to MBE North in Manchester next March. The event’s growing popularity, highlighted by increased attendance and longer visitor engagement, is a testament to the value we bring to the mortgage sector. We are committed to ensuring MBE North is equally successful and we’ll start creating noise for the event right away.”
Martin Reynolds, Chief Executive Officer of SimplyBiz Mortgages and FIBA Chairman, commented:
“The specialist property, buy-to-let, and residential mortgage markets have faced numerous challenges in recent years, and it’s fantastic to see how well the intermediary sector has adapted. The sessions at MBE South showcased current opportunities and sparked excellent discussions for all involved.”
MBE North 2025 will be an essential event for brokers and lenders to explore the latest developments in the industry, network with peers, and learn from top experts. The venue promises to be packed with industry leaders, insightful seminars, and excellent opportunities to create new business connections. FIBA will be holding their Annual Spring conference at MBE North and Square 1 Media, the PR partner for MBE South, will also be supporting to further raise the profile of this key event.
About Mortgage Business Expo
Mortgage Business Expo is the leading event for the intermediary mortgage market, bringing together brokers, lenders, and other key players in the industry. It offers an excellent platform for networking, learning, and exploring the latest trends in the mortgage sector.
Save the Date:
Mortgage Business Expo North
28th March 2025
Manchester
Central Convention Complex, Petersfield, M2 3GX
Discover more information on MBE North 2025 here.
