Line-up for the 2025 Stonebridge National Conference revealed
18 February 2025
Mortgage and protection network Stonebridge has announced the line-up for its 2025 conference, which focuses on a clear message reflecting market opportunity: Act Today. Shape Tomorrow.
The conference, the largest in the network’s history, is being held at the Hilton Birmingham Metropole on 24 February, and will bring together leading industry voices to discuss the economy, regulation, technology, and actionable strategies for sustained business growth.
Conference attendees will hear from Joanna Legg, FCA Head of Consumer Policy & Outcomes, Charles Roe, UK Finance Director of Mortgages, and Robert Sinclair, Former Chief Executive of AMI.
Highlights include:
- An update on economic indicators, housing market trends, and the way ahead for consumer confidence and behaviour from Liz Martins, UK Economist at HSBC UK.
- A panel discussion on maximising efficiency and improving client relationships through technology, chaired by Lauren Myers, Technology Partnerships at Lloyds Banking Group.
- Sessions covering making protection personal, conveyancing, and buy-to-let.
- A closing keynote exploring harnessing change and innovation for future success.
In addition, Stonebridge Chief Executive, Rob Clifford and Business Partnerships Director, Jo Carrasco will reflect on network results, said to be another ‘record year’ as well as their outlook for 2025.
Opportunities for attendees to network with an extensive list of exhibitors also features in the programme.
Stonebridge will host its annual awards ceremony on the evening of the 24th where it will show its appreciation to its members for their successes in 2024 and recognise the network’s top performing firms and individuals. The awards will be hosted by award-winning comedian and star of stage and screen, Jason Manford.
Rob Clifford, Chief Executive of Stonebridge, commented:
“We stand at a pivotal moment for our industry, one where our decisions have the power to shape our future. From embracing regulatory changes to harnessing technology for even better client outcomes, we must recognise that the seeds planted today determines the landscape we all operate in tomorrow.
“I am therefore delighted to host so many intelligent, forward-thinking leaders from across the industry at the 2025 Stonebridge Conference. We are proud to host an event offering extensive networking opportunities, exhibitor showcases, and the chance for members to learn from peers, and forge stronger connections throughout the industry.
“By fostering collaboration, championing innovation, and supporting each other’s ambitions, we can elevate our sector to new heights. I encourage everyone to come prepared to question old assumptions, discover fresh perspectives, and leave with renewed conviction that bold action today will carve out a more prosperous tomorrow for all of us, given the substantial opportunities in 2025.”
APPENDIX – representatives from the following organisations will be addressing delegates from the main platform stage:
- Financial Conduct Authority
- UK Finance
- HSBC UK
- Lloyds Banking Group
- Peak Mortgages and Protection
- The Mortgage Shop
- Curve Conveyancing Solutions
- OSB Group
- Faulkner Powell Mortgages
- Derbyshire Mortgages & Protection
