Business Development Directors Ltd
Francine Allen DipFSM VFP is an accomplished professional in the franchising and banking sectors, serving as Co-Founder of Business Development Directors Ltd since September 2020. Prior to this role, Francine led the franchising teams at Allied Irish Bank (GB) from April 2015 to September 2020 and at Metro Bank (UK) from February 2013 to January 2015, focusing on developing franchise propositions and enhancing client relationships. Francine's experience at HSBC Commercial Banking from October 2006 to February 2013 included managing extensive portfolios of commercial customer relationships. Francine holds an NVQ Level 3 in Business Owner Management from BCIF, a Diploma in Finance and Financial Management Services from the Institute of Financial Services, and the Verified Franchise Professional designation from the Quality Franchise Association.
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Business Development Directors Ltd
Business Development Directors Limited was formed in 2020 by Irv Lyon and Francine Allen. We provide commercial brokerage, business planning, consultancy and support services to growing companies who have ongoing finance requirements. Whether you are starting up a new business, wanting to grow an existing business, or your relationship with your current lender has broken down, we are here to help. As experienced commercial bankers we have an extensive understanding of cash-flow lending, start-up, acquisition and fit-out finance, complex company structures and rapid growth profiles. We work closely with commercial and corporate businesses across many sectors including franchising, fast food & takeaway, hotels, restaurants, coffee shops, retail, property, manufacturing, technology, telecommunications, the arts, fashion and schools. Our comprehensive business plans & application packs are written to answer all the questions a lender will have and enable the very best start to your finance journey. Once your facilities are in place, our team will work with you and your accountant to help you understand and meet your ongoing covenants and conditions, providing an outsourced bookkeeping and control function to ensure your commitments are met. We enjoy a challenge and your success is our success. If you would like to find out more about how we can support your business, we would love to speak to you.