Birmingham finance specialist expands with local acquisition

Birmingham-based finance firm, Forecast Finance, has acquired another local finance specialist, Aedesia.

The acquisition will enable both companies to blend their expertise and expand their financial solutions for clients.

Forecast Finance has a leadership team boasting over 60 years of combined industry experience and is led by co-founding directors Melanie Johnson, Paul Atkinson, and David Pinnington.

As part of the acquisition, Richard Lees joins the Forecast Finance team as a senior associate, contributing nearly three decades of expertise in asset finance, trade finance and debt protection services.

Forecast Finance co-founding director Paul Atkinson said: “It’s a great pleasure to be working with Richard again, having worked with him at Lloyds Bank some years ago. Richard’s extensive knowledge and experience will empower Forecast Finance to offer profound insights into trading and owner-occupied businesses, delivering expert solutions and guidance to our clients.”