Allica Bank

““We got talking and Emily mentioned Allica could offer a really good instant access savings rate alongside a personal relationship manager,” Andy said. “I just thought this sounds like a no-brainer. That’s where we should be.””

““Why would you be with a bank that doesn’t give you a relationship manager? And why would you be with a bank that doesn’t pay interest? Moving to Allica was a no-brainer.””

““Ultimately, why would you be with a business bank that doesn’t give you a personal relationship manager? And why would you be with a business bank that doesn’t pay interest? Moving to Allica was a no-brainer.””

“Our relationship with Medialease is incredibly important to us. We have an open dialogue with them to highlight early-on when we might need support, meaning they’re always ready with solutions when that need arises. Their collaborative approach and belief in a shared, long-term interest has been key in getting that right. And this is exactly what happened this time around with Allica Bank.”

“We need to work with people that understand why you might need such a piece of equipment and its lifetime value to us. Our industry is quite unique in that respect.”

“The urgency of the funding made speed tantamount to this deal. This is why we chose Allica Bank, who have always provided us with an efficient service from underwriting through to payout.”

“Rachel texted me all throughout the process to keep my mind at rest, completely understanding how problematic this was for us,” Richard said. “I’ve been an asset finance broker for over twenty years and I’ve never experienced service like this.”

“I was terrified that I’d fail my client. But Alex, Rachel and the team rolled up their sleeves to make it happen. To turn around a deal of this size in just two hours is unheard of – you are all a huge credit to Allica Bank.”

““Allica listened to us – we’ve got a very close relationship with our relationship manager. And they’ve continued discussions with us about how they can help us finance acquisitional growth as well.””

““It’s going to be a massive help for us,” said Sales & Marketing Director James Barlow. “We’re going to be relocating our events team and our wardrobe department over there. It’s also going to help our production department because we’re going to have more space to expand.””

““We’ve always worked with likeminded organisations and when we were looking to expand the business, we approached Allica to see if they could finance our expansion,” explains Managing Director Simon Foulkes. “They cut through an awful lot of the bureaucracy and very quickly we realised they had the same ethos as we did. We chose Allica because they saw the bigger picture.””

““We’ve got many years of growth ahead of us and having Allica on board will not only help us now with the infrastructure we’ve got but, equally, drive business for the future.””

““We’ve always worked with likeminded organisations. Very quickly we realised Allica had the same ethos as we did. We chose Allica because they saw the bigger picture.””

““I think as a whole we’re really excited for what the future holds for Rainbow. We’re going from strength to strength at the moment and can’t wait to build on it.””

““The most important thing was that we were listened to and that Allica built a relationship with us from day one. The decision-making was never just based on numbers.””

““There were two aspects to this. Financially, it was a good deal. But the most important thing was that we were listened to and that Allica built a relationship with us from day one,” Amin said. “The decision-making was never just based on numbers.””

““Apart from the loan, we’ve since been able to engage with various other services with Allica, as well. It wasn’t something our existing banks were so proactive in offering to us.””

“Talking about the relationship, Amin said, “Lyon Tech have been working with Allica and Tim now for a good two years, which has been seamless. Tim’s one of those individuals who, the more you get to know him, the more he shines through. He’s been excellent.””

“Amin agreed: “Moving into the future it’s very likely for us to be able to expand our relationship with Allica even further and to bank on that. We’re looking forward to it.””

“The future for Kinder City looks amazing,” Ovais concluded. “As a founder and director I feel I have a renewed energy for my business. With this new-found autonomy I can really be innovative and creative in enhancing and tailoring every aspect of this building.”

“Having a dedicated relationship manager made it so much easier. I could pick the phone up at any time and ask Wahid a question. Normally purchasing a building you’re going to go through a lot of anxiety about what’s going on, what’s the valuation going to be like. Wahid always assured me that no matter what problem came there would be a solution he could find me.”

“Having a one-to-one relationship with your bank manager is great. Matt was really easy to speak to. Always returned my calls. Made sure everything moved along and got the deal pushed over the line.”

“Now the acquisitions have taken place, the future looks a lot more secure for Iceni Financial Advisers, and with a larger client bank we should have a more secure foundation,”

“We were really pleased with the result and how Allica have helped. If you were dealing with 20 different people at a call centre, I don't think it would've happened.”

““Working with Allica Bank was a game-changer because they were there at the end of the telephone and they helped us get the deal done. We now know they’re going to be there with us, side-by-side, helping develop this company into the future.””