Founding Impact Partner 2026

Paragon SME Lending works with more than 17,000 small and medium-sized enterprises across the UK, providing tailored finance solutions that support growth, investment and innovation.

The division offers a broad and expanding range of asset finance and commercial lending products, delivered through a relationship-led approach and backed by the strength of a FTSE 250 bank. Businesses across key sectors such as construction, transport and logistics, agriculture and manufacturing have accessed funding from Paragon to scale and grow.

Paragon is committed to supporting SMEs in the transition to net zero, developing new and innovative finance models that enable businesses to cut carbon, costs and strengthen operational resilience.

In its most recent financial year, the specialist lender reported a 7.2% increase in its loan book to £877 million, reflecting sustained demand and continued growth in a complex market.

For more information, visit www.paragonbank.co.uk/business/asset-finance