Biographical Information
Nicola Hambly is Associate Director at Ignition Credit Plc with more than 20 years' experience in financial services. Having held senior roles at HSBC, Lloyds Bank and Shawbrook Bank, she specialises in strategic growth, relationship management and operational excellence, with a strong track record of delivering results.
Brooklands Takes Root as New Force Behind Toby’s Garden Festival
We arranged a £60,000 Growth Guarantee Scheme (GGS) loan to support the expansion of Brooklands Events & Marquees, enabling them to take over a well-established gardening festival.
Welcoming a New Business Development Manager to the South West
Ignition, part of the STAR Asset Finance Group, has appointed Stephen Lee as its new Business Development Manager to support continued growth across the South West.
Supporting Growth and Success at JWF Utilities Ltd
When Jacob of JWF Utilities Ltd needed finance for his first mini digger, Ignition Finance made it happen within 24 hours. With Dan Liddeatt’s support, Jacob expanded his business and created new local jobs.
Helping a Dairy Farm Power Up with Solar
A dairy farm turned to solar to cut energy costs. We secured £143,000 funding in under 24 hours, keeping the project on track.
Coffee company brews success with a fresh pot of funding
We supported the continued growth of Bristol Twenty Tea and Coffee Company with an £80,000 funding package to expand their espresso machine rental portfolio.
Customer Sets Sail with Marine Finance
We take pride in building long-term relationships with our customers, helping them grow their businesses with tailored finance solutions for cars, equipment, and more.
Could a renewable energy project be right for your business?
There are several compelling reasons for businesses to invest in renewable energy assets. As energy costs continue to rise, investing in renewable energy can provide your business with a measure of stability and predictability.
Assisting a Somerset poultry farm with biomass boiler refurbishment
We assisted Newport Manor Farms near Taunton with finance for the refurbishment of its biomass boiler.
Revolution-ZERO reducing clinical waste with finance
A medical textiles company needed finance for a specialist cleaning facility
Extreme Sports Café Receives STAR Boost
We assisted a café with the purchase of a commercial coffee machine and grinder.
















