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Is the Two-Pillar Global Tax Reform a threat to zero-10?
James Smeed, Finance Director at Conister Bank, believes the Isle of Man must ensure it’s ready for the changes when the G20 countries finalise the details of proposed tax changes thrashed out at the G7 summit earlier this year.
In an interview with Business 365 James discusses his views as to whether the Two-Pillar Global Tax Reform a threat to zero-10 and if the Isle of Man needs to make sure it is best placed to withstand a wave of global tax reform that is inevitably coming.
Conister Bank as an independent institution that has adapted to many changes, both domestic and international, over the years. James talks about how it is in our interests, but also the Manx economy, to support a collaborative effort to see the Manx Government engage with counterparts to ensure the island’s economy remains strong and the Isle of Man continues to offer the perfect location for businesses of all sizes.
Conister Bank’s Response to the IoM Climate Change Plan 2022-27:
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The IOM Climate Change Plan 2022-27 provides a pragmatic framework for change and demonstrates a positive step in the right direction towards a sustainable future.
Conister Bank understands the importance of actively tackling climate change and fully supports the positive aims of the plan and the ‘Vision of 2050’. As one of the Islands' oldest banking institutions, we are leading from the front on sustainability. We see ourselves as sustainability leaders for the Isle of Man and the wider financial sector as a business that properly mitigates and responds to Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) risk and embraces the opportunities that being a sustainable and responsible business offers.
Conister Bank provides a funding line to Payl8r
Online buy now, pay later millennial finance firm, Payl8r, has secured its first institutional funding line with Conister Bank, an achievement that will boost the award-winning business’s ambitious expansion plans, which includes the aim to become a £1bn fin-tech business within five years.
The funding has the potential to generate a further £40m for Payl8r and will enable further growth by helping the business grow its customer base, partner with larger brands, grow into new sectors, and bring new products to markets.
Chief Executive Louis Alexander, Managing Director Samantha Palmer, and Finance Director Tim Slinger worked on the funding initiative, which required an 18-month process of due diligence, analysis, and scrutiny.
The deal with Conister Bank will play an integral role in Payl8r’s mission to become the main credit provider to millennials in the UK.
The Conister Bank Green Campaign is in full swing.
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As our video affirms, we are committed to not only promoting sustainability, but in raising awareness of what Green Finance entails and how it will benefit all of us.
Conister Bank transforming finance for a greener future.
Head of Sales in the Isle of Man, Andy Bass is driving Conister's Green Finance Strategy to ensure sustainable and renewable finance options are available for individuals and businesses to achieve their sustainability goals.
In an interview with Business 365 Andy discusses how Conister Bank is acting responsibly to assist the Isle of Man Government’s mission to drive climate change by transitioning to net-zero emissions by 2050.
Individual choices make an impact, and it is important to keep the conversation alive as to what people can do to reduce their own impact on our beloved island.
Conister Bank has already seen benefits in terms of the service offered – a quicker and less paper-intensive system – and, with the increase in the electric vehicle market, Conister is geared up to support its clients to keep up with developments.
Find out more as to how Andy intends to lead this change and ensure that Conister stands out as the go-to finance company for anything green and sustainable.
Rivers Leasing secures £6.25 million growth finance package from Conister Bank
Rivers Finance Group PLC (‘Rivers’) has secured a funding package from Conister Bank, with the advisory support of LGB Capital Markets, to grow its established Rivers Leasing business and launch a new block discounting product in the wake of the Covid-19 pandemic.
Conister has also taken a minority equity position in Rivers.
Ratan Daryani, Chairman of Rivers Finance Group, said, “It is wonderful to be starting the post-lockdown year at a point where we can bring plans for the company’s growth and development to fruition, and, in particular, to be doing so with the support of those that we both respect and have longstanding relationships with.”
Douglas Grant, Managing Director of Conister Bank, said, "As the economy reopens following an unprecedented year of lockdowns, we are continuing to look for ways to support resilient SMEs which are able to adapt to the post-Covid-19 economy.
“Rivers has demonstrated its strong fundamentals during this period and provided much needed support to SMEs that have struggled as other lenders have withdrawn from providing finance. We are delighted to support Rivers in its growth plans with this funding facility which is in line with the Group’s strategy of lending to resilient market sectors in the UK."
Conister Bank's Clara Isaac is playing a huge part in turning our island Green
Conister Bank wants to make a difference – The momentum towards greater sustainability in the financial sector has grown significantly in recent years. It operates a business that acts responsibly, is sustainable and promotes sustainability in what it does.
This is not new; it is part of their vision, so much so, that they have formed a ‘Green Team’ to drive this incentive internally.
Managing Director, Douglas Grant comments “It is vital that, as a team, we come together and strive to cultivate a robust community that supports the Bank’s green initiatives.
Conister’s commitment to a greener future has inspired one of its staff members that she is launching a brand-new service to benefit the island.
Clara Isaac who is Head of Management Accounting was so encouraged by Conister’s green initiatives that she is setting up a recycling collection service to offer those people who live in areas where there are no kerbside collections the chance to still participate.
Conister Bank channelling ESG for a more sustainable future
Conister Bank has taken a further step along the path towards a more sustainable future.
Douglas Grant, Managing Director of Conister Bank is interviewed by IOM Portfolio to discuss the role that Conister intends to play within the Isle of Man in tackling climate change.
Conister’s ESG and Sustainability Plan have been finalised to ensure its key focus in sustainable business practices benefits its customers as they continue to grow their product offerings providing sustainable choices across the business.
Find out more as to how Douglas intends to operate a business that acts responsibly, is sustainable, and which promotes sustainability in what it does.
Meet the face behind recyclecollect.im
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Clara Isaac who is Head of Management Accounting was so encouraged by Conister’s green initiatives that she is setting up a recycling collection service to offer those people who live in areas where there are no kerbside collections the chance to still participate.
The concept is to encourage people to register their interest in taking part in doorstep collections and when enough people show interest in a particular area, then we will arrange the pick-up of their recycling.
Read all about Clara and why she is so passionate about recycling.
Conister Bank stands up to supports Mental Health Awareness Week
“It’s okay not to be okay and you are not alone”.
Mental Health Awareness Week runs from Monday 10 May to Sunday 16 May 2021.
Conister Bank stands up to support the island to encourage conversations about mental health. The Conister team has gone green today and through donations and a raffle has raised a grand total of £484 which will be donated to a local charity, Isle Listen.
Over the past year, many people have experienced mental health issues or seen a loved one struggle.
Let’s stop the stigma and start a conversation on mental wellbeing.
It is important that people know that support is out there in the form of charities such as Isle Listen.
Isle listen is a charitable initiative that provides support and training in schools, the workplace, and the community, helping people to recognise that mental health is just as important as physical health.
