This week, CEO of Fair Finance gives the listeners an overview of the alternative lending industry. Prior to taking on the role of CEO, Faisel Rahman worked for the World Bank and Grameen Bank. He subsequently set up a microfinance service in East London, a debt advice project for local residents and founded Fair Finance in 2005. He speaks to me about the role of payday lenders, credit unions, peer-to-peer and other ethical lending. I also had the opportunity to hear views from the members of the public as to what you think about alternative lending. If you have any money related ideas that you want me to cover just send me a message on www.commmunitymoneymatters.com
Ripon Ray has worked in the debt advice sector for over 14 years. His work includes front-line advice & training, developing advice services, quality framework and working with regulators. He created template letters to develop confidence among those struggling with debts. He founded a series of podcasts to show the link between debt and other sectors by getting industry experts together.