Partnerships at Keys: Strengthening the Accountancy Industry
At Keys Finance, we believe that true value doesn’t just come from what we do in-house, it comes from who we are in partnership with. Two of our key strategic alliances are with Chartered Accountants Ireland and the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England & Wales (ICAEW). These partnerships deepen our industry connections, broaden the […]
Keys Premium Finance Welcomes Bob Darling as Non-Executive Director
Keys Premium Finance is delighted to announce the appointment of Bob Darling as Non-Executive Director, marking an exciting new chapter in the company’s growth journey. Bob brings a wealth of experience across the lending, premium finance, and broking sectors and is a highly respected figure in the industry, most recently serving as CEO and then […]
Cybersecurity Awareness Month: Embracing Cybersecurity and Embedding it in Our Processes
October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month, a critical time to reinforce the importance of safeguarding sensitive data in today’s digital landscape. At Keys Finance, we view cybersecurity not as a project, but as a core pillar of our operations. We understand the trust you place in us, and we are committed to upholding the highest standards of […]
The History of Keys Finance
You may have seen our recent social media posts featuring some incredible artwork created by our founder, Alan Graham. It feels like the perfect moment to share a little more about the Keys story. Some of our long-standing connections might remember that the journey began back in June 1982, when our Managing Director Owen’s father […]
6 common finance marketing mistakes (and how to avoid them!)
Since working in the finance industry as a digital marketer for the last six months, I’ve seen first hand how marketing can often feel unfamiliar or even unnecessary to finance professionals. That hesitation is totally understandable, finance is built on trust, data, and precision, not catchy slogans or flashy campaigns. But here’s the reality, without […]
Celebrating 3 years with Chartered Accountants Ireland
We’re proud to mark three years as a member benefit partner of Chartered Accountants Ireland, now the largest professional accountancy body on the island of Ireland, both in size and influence. A Shared Mission Our partnership with Chartered Accountants Ireland is all about making life easier for accountancy firms and their clients across Northern Ireland and the Republic […]
Keys thoughts on ‘Exclusive’ Premium Finance Contracts
Certainty for business is great. No doubt about it. It enables confident strategy planning, allows for effective resource management and reduces unpredictability in revenue streams and costs. For premium finance providers, exclusive agreements with introducing brokers are just the ticket. They secure pre-agreed lending volumes for up to 4 years, enabling the finance provider to […]
The Impact That Private Equity Is Having On The UK Accountancy Sector
Having attended Accountex recently, one of the main discussion points, both within the various fabulous theatre discussions held during the two days, and also through conversations I had with industry contacts was how private equity (PE) continues to rapidly reshape the UK accountancy landscape. I regularly speak to leaders within the industry in my day-to-day […]
Keys Premium Finance: The Pillars To Your Success
Keys Premium Finance is thrilled to announce that we will be exhibiting at BIBA 2025! Owen quote: ‘We are excited and eager to connect with insurance professionals at BIBA, sharing our passion for premium finance, and showcasing how we provide a unique premium finance service. Come and visit our super team at stand F78!’. As […]
The Importance of Cybersecurity & Our Cyber Essentials Plus Journey
Cybersecurity has never been more critical for businesses of all sizes, with 70% of businesses reporting cybersecurity incidents in the past 12 months. With the rapid rise of artificial intelligence (AI) and cryptocurrencies, the threat landscape is evolving, presenting new challenges for organisations and their users. The Growing Cyber Risk As the world becomes increasingly […]
