Credit, Collections & Insolvency News
Thursday 18th September
Tower Place West, London
The second Commercial Credit & Collections Conference of this year will take place at Tower Hill in London.
The event series was first launched in 2019. Over the past 18 months the event has taken place in Leeds and Manchester in 2024. The latest version took place in May at the Milner Hotel, York.
The Commercial Credit & Collections Conference series focuses on the latest updates in credit management and insolvency.
The next edition of the conference will provide Credit Managers and Finance Directors (FDs) with access to credit management and insolvency-related advice. The Commercial Credit & Collections conferences are a platform to learn more about new industry services, products, the latest technology and best practice.
*CICM members can claim CPD points by attending this event.
SUPPORTER THOUGHT LEADERS:
Marsh is the world’s leading insurance broker and risk advisor. With more than 45,000 colleagues advising clients in over 130 countries, Marsh serves commercial and individual clients with data-driven risk solutions and advisory services. Marsh is a business of Marsh McLennan (NYSE: MMC), the world’s leading professional services firm in the areas of risk, strategy and people. With annual revenue of $23 billion, Marsh McLennan helps clients navigate an increasingly dynamic and complex environment through four market-leading businesses: Marsh, Guy Carpenter, Mercer and Oliver Wyman. www.marsh.com
Opus Business Advisory Group is an independent advisory firm that assists clients to achieve their objectives, enhance value and attain the best possible results. The Group provides fresh thinking combined with specialist skills to facilitate the next steps of the client’s business journey.
The Group contains the largest independent restructuring and insolvency firm in the UK and overall has a head count of over 130 and with 35 Partners across the Group’s 14 offices. Additional Group divisions include strategic advisory, forensic accounting and equity. Our specialist teams within each division work together to deliver a seamless solution that addresses all of the clients’ needs through one team.
SUPPORTED BY:
The Chartered Institute of Credit Management (CICM) is the world’s largest professional association for the credit community. Formed over 80 years ago, the Institute was granted its Royal Charter in 2014. The trusted leader in expertise for all credit and collections matters, it represents the profession across trade, consumer and international credit, and all credit-related services. It is the only such organisation accredited by Ofqual and it offers a comprehensive range of services and bespoke solutions for the credit professional (www.cicm.com) as well as services and advice for the wider business community, including the acclaimed CICM/BEIS Managing Cashflow guides.
PREVIOUS SPONSORS:
SPRING EVENT SPEAKER LIST AND PROFILES:
Rob Butler, Head of Trade Credit Sales at Marsh McLennan
Rob Butler holds a 2:1 BA Hons degree in Management and Leisure from the University of Manchester. With a solid foundation in sales and customer service, he embarked on his career in the credit insurance industry in 2011, joining Aon as a Client Manager. In 2017, Robert transitioned to Marsh, where he initially served as a Client Executive. His dedication and expertise led to his promotion as Practice Leader for Birmingham in 2019, and most recently, he was appointed Head of Sales for Trade Credit UK at the start of 2025.
Throughout his career, Robert has honed key skills in negotiation, risk management, business development, and trade credit insurance, making him a valuable asset in the industry. His strategic approach and commitment to client success have consistently driven results and fostered strong relationships.
Outside of his professional life, Robert is a devoted family man, happily married with two boys. He is a passionate football fan, proudly supporting the mighty Everton FC. In addition to his love for sports, Robert enjoys immersing himself in movies and expanding his Lego collection, finding joy in both creativity and nostalgia. Balancing his career and personal interests, Robert exemplifies a well-rounded individual dedicated to both his professional growth and family life.
Brendan Clarkson, Partner – Creditor Services, Opus Business Advisory Group
Brendan leads the Opus Business Advisory Group’s Creditor Services team within the Restructuring and Insolvency practice, bringing over 25 years of specialist experience to the role.
He provides expert guidance to clients navigating both corporate and personal insolvency, offering support before, during, and after the appointment of an insolvency practitioner or restructure. Brendan works closely with creditors at every stage, focusing on maximising outcomes and helping them make informed decisions.
He is a Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Credit Management, sits on the R3 London & South East regional committee, and is an active member of the Turnaround Management Association UK.
Here are some comments from previous attendees:
“This is the second event I have attended, if you are in collections and want to understand the hurdles we face then this is the event for you!”
“Everything was informative.”
“Speakers provided key information and it is a great networking group.”
“Another interesting conference.”
“I enjoyed the diversity of speakers and topics.”
“Concise, relevant, to the point.”
“I have gained knowledge, I thoroughly enjoyed this event.”
“The Venue was fabulous and the presentations were great.”
Call 01622 437014 for details on sponsorship opportunities at the next event or email: colin.white@credit-connect.co.uk
Call 01622 535075 for details on sponsorship opportunities at the next event or email: colin.white@credit-connect.co.uk
Tower Place West, 5 Lower Thames St, London EC3R 5BU
Directions: Nearest tube is Tower Hill.