Businesses are looking forward to a dramatically different operating landscape in 2021. It’s time they start asking if their financing models need to change too, say ABN AMRO’s Chris Pacey and David Ward.

The great 2020 lockdown has ravaged the economy. Unprecedented support from government and lenders has kept many businesses afloat. But there are still tough times ahead, says Andrew Thompson, Head of Risk at ABN AMRO Asset Based Finance UK. To get through them, you need a realistic assessment of where you are; a clear plan that factors in ongoing uncertainties; and open engagement with partners eager to help.

'Spotlight On' is the platform where you can get to know some of the members of our team. Each edition looks at the biggest value-add each role brings to clients, what's the best thing about working for ABN AMRO and answers to a number of personal questions. This week the focus is on Simon Womersley, Relationship Manager of ABN AMRO Lease UK.

We have been made aware that a clone firm "ABN AMRO Private Bank" is contacting consumers in the UK with “too-good-to-be-true” investment promotions.This clone firm is attempting to appear legitimate by using the name, logo and FCA registration number of ABN AMRO Bank NV.