# Event Details - **Event Name**: The Lending Summit 2026 - **Event Start and End Date**: Wed, 23 Sep, 2026 at 10:00 am – Wed, 23 Sep, 2026 at 03:00 pm (+01:00) - **Event Description**: Hosted in partnership with headline sponsors, Lenvi, and brand sponsors PEXA and RSM!About this EventFinTech North is delighted to announce our inaugural Lending Summit hosted in partnership with headline sponsors and brand sponsors and .On the 23rd of September, we will bring together leaders from across FinTech, lending, home-ownership, credit and the broader financial services sector to explore the forces reshaping modern lending today.Leeds City Region is one of the UK's most established centres for lending expertise, with deep strengths across retail finance, SME lending, and mortgage innovation. The region is also home to major high street and challenger banks, world-class credit reference agencies, and maintains a significant regulatory presence through the FCA and the Bank of England - all of which underpin its position as one of the most important lending ecosystems in the country.Building on this legacy, the summit will convene major institutions, innovators, and infrastructure providers to examine how lending is evolving in a digital-first, data-driven economy. With headline sponsors Lenvi, and brand sponsors PEXA and RSM, the event reflects the strength of collaboration across the Northern fintech ecosystem and the global relevance of the region's lending capabilities.We're delighted to announce we will be hosting the summit at Fearns at Department, Leeds Dock - a creative and digital hub home to over 60 tech, media and digital businesses, and a natural setting for conversations at the intersection of finance and innovation. Delegates can expect a great lunch, drinks and plenty of space to connect.What we'll exploreThe summit will focus on the key trends and technologies redefining lending today and tomorrow:AI in Lending - transforming credit decisioning, servicing, and operational efficiencyOpen Banking & Open Finance - enabling richer data, better affordability assessments, and more inclusive lendingBNPL & Embedded Credit - reshaping consumer expectations and credit delivery modelsFinancial Inclusion - expanding fair and responsible access to creditTokenisation & Digital Infrastructure - unlocking new models for assets, collateral, and settlementRisk, Resilience & Trust - balancing innovation with stability, reputation, and customer confidenceFraud, Financial Crime & KYC - strengthening identity, compliance, and fraud prevention in a digital ecosystemHome Ownership & Mortgages - addressing affordability, accessibility, and digital mortgage journeysWe're also excited to confirm that our popular showcase format will feature at the summit, spotlighting emerging lending start-ups from across the North and highlighting the next generation of products, platforms, and credit innovation.As lending continues to evolve rapidly, the summit will connect established lenders, fintech challengers, and infrastructure providers to explore how the sector can grow more intelligent, inclusive, and resilient - and demonstrate the region's leadership in one of financial services' most critical and fast-changing sectors.We'll be announcing agenda details and speakers soon. For more information or collaboration opportunities, reach out to us at info@fintechnorth.uk. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/leeds/the-lending-summit-2026/100001991779079845 - **Event Categories**: business - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 1 - **Event Highlights**: - Duration: 5 hours - Location: Fearns Leeds Dock - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: GBP ## Event venue details - **city**: Leeds - **state**: EN - **country**: United Kingdom - **location**: Fearns Leeds Dock - **lat**: 53.7903355 - **long**: -1.5318692 - **full address**: Fearns Leeds Dock, 4 The Boulevard, Leeds, United Kingdom ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: The Lending Summit 2026 - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events3/banners/4ee8f137e72ba84376bad7a1528c1b9ebc2d1910f4d3ef9dc0611c3a3fc3c4df-rimg-w1200-h600-dc188e94-gmir.jpg?v=1781676310 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is The Lending Summit 2026 being held? - **A:** The Lending Summit 2026 takes place on Wed, 23 Sep, 2026 at 10:00 am to Wed, 23 Sep, 2026 at 03:00 pm at Fearns Leeds Dock, 4 The Boulevard, Leeds, United Kingdom. - **Q**: Who is organizing The Lending Summit 2026? - **A:** The Lending Summit 2026 is organized by FinTech North. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** The Lending Summit 2026 is ideal for professionals, entrepreneurs, startup founders, and networking enthusiasts eager to grow their connections. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Leeds, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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