Evolution Funding Awarded for Digital Innovation Excellence

Evolution Funding wins Digital Innovation Award at MF25

Evolution Funding wins ‘Digital Innovation of the Year (Front Office)’ at the Motor Finance Europe Awards 2024.

Evolution Winner of MF24 Digital Innovation of the Year Award

This year marked the 10th annual Motor Finance Europe Awards, recognising and celebrating innovation, talent, and service delivery in the motor finance space in Europe. The celebrations were held in Frankfurt, Germany, and included the opportunity to network with dealerships, lenders, and like-minded service providers.

Alan Smith presented with MF24 Digital Innovation of the Year Award

The Digital Innovation of the Year (Front Office) award highlights Evolution Funding Group’s trailblazing technological presence in the auto finance space. Focused on ClickFinance, a software collaboration between Evolution and sister company Click Dealer, the awards submission highlighted ClickFinance’s unique ability to enhance and streamline the vehicle finance experience for dealerships and their customers, leading to a significant increase in finance penetration.

The judges’ said:

“Meeting customer needs, enhancing the customer experience, and adapting to market changes are essential for motor finance professionals. The judges noted that the winner addresses these challenges by providing a used car-buying platform that integrates seamlessly into dealer websites, offering a comprehensive suite of digital solutions for automotive dealers.”

This award is ClickFinance’s second recognition this year, having won ‘Best Technology Partner’ at the Car Finance Awards 2024. Our deep-rooted relationship and collaboration with our sister company, Click Dealer, help bring our revolutionary digital finance offering to the forefront of the auto finance industry.  

Sarah Simpkins, Marketing Director, commented:

“We are thrilled to receive this recognition for ClickFinance in the technology category. Our vision is to lead the transformation of the auto finance ecosystem through innovative technology, and ClickFinance—born from the collaboration between Evolution Funding and our sister company, Click Dealer—plays a pivotal role in realising that vision.”

We would like to congratulate Click Dealer as we look to the future with excitement as we continue to reach new heights. Finally, a huge congratulations to the other winners of this exciting event and the work we all pursue to drive change in the industry!

Winners at the MF24 Awards

Click here to read more about the event and view the full list of winners.

Evolution Funding Strengthens Executive Team with New Group CFO

Mat Hanson
Mat Hanson

Evolution Funding has appointed Mat Hanson as Group Chief Financial Officer (CFO), a newly created position that will play a pivotal role in driving the company’s long-term value creation plan. Hanson’s appointment is part of Evolution Funding’s strategic efforts to enhance its capacity at the Group level and support its growth objectives.

Hanson will oversee key aspects of Evolution’s transformation and strategy, including mergers and acquisitions (M&A) and potential international expansion. He will also oversee key stakeholder and shareholder relationships, including those with investors Carlyle and LDC, as well as banking and debt funding partners.

With over 17 years of experience in financial leadership, Hanson brings CFO expertise in technology-driven and private equity-backed businesses. His prior achievements include leading six strategic international acquisitions and a significant private equity sale at Cawood Scientific, as well as driving financial growth and refinancing at Travel Counsellors.

Hanson said:

“I am delighted to join Evolution Funding. The company’s culture, strong values, and impressive track record were key factors in my decision. With Carlyle’s backing and a solid foundation in place, I am confident in the company’s future prospects and look forward to contributing to its continued success.”

Lee Streets, chief executive officer, said:

“Mat brings a wealth of experience in leading financial strategies that drive both growth and operational efficiency. His expertise in managing complex acquisitions and his experience with private equity make him an ideal fit for our next phase of growth. We are pleased to welcome him to the team and are confident he will make an immediate and positive impact.”