Message from LMA Chief of Staff – March 2026
And so we find ourselves at the end of Q1 already. You can tell the LMA and Scott have been flat out and are ready for an Easter break – not just by the sheer amount of stuff we’ve done, but by the fact Scott has made this monthly update a Chief of Staff takeover. […]
CEO Monthly Update – Feb 2026
Before I begin this update, I want to express that we are deeply saddened by the situation in the Middle East, and our thoughts are very much with you at this time. I sincerely hope that you, your colleagues, and your families are safe and well. Separately, I was also deeply saddened to hear of […]
Leading a new generation – but are Gen Z actually so different after all?
Gen Z on Gen Z Remember the millennium bug panic? If you’re Gen Z (born 1997–2012), probably not! But for those who do, it’s a reminder that every generation faces its own crises some more long-lasting than others – shaping how we see the world. For Gen Z, it’s been the pandemic, climate anxiety, […]
LMA’s Impactful Visit to Nigeria: Strengthening Ties in the West Africa Loan Markets
Advancing Sustainability, Education, and Market Growth Across West Africa The Loan Market Association (LMA) returned to Nigeria this April to mark another important chapter in our long-standing engagement with the region. Through years of collaboration, we have collectively went further together and reached new heights in the African loan markets — a journey made possible […]
Behind the Scenes: The Making of LMA Events, Our Successes, and the Vision for 2025
For the LMA, events are more than just dates in the diary – they are the pulse of collaboration, connection, and innovation in the loan markets. Join us for a behind-the-scenes journey as we explore the standout moments and achievements of the past year! Reflecting on 2024, we’re proud to celebrate a remarkable year for […]
Real Estate Conference 2024 – Summary and Key Takeaways
On 24 April 2024, the Loan Market Association (LMA) hosted its annual Real Estate Finance Conference, attracting nearly 400 market participants from across the real estate finance industry including lenders (bank and non-bank), investors, developers and advisors. In an action-packed afternoon, our line-up of expert panelists shone the spotlight on the future of the real […]