The Bridging & Development Lenders Association (BDLA) has announced that Adam Tyler will become its new Chief Executive Officer, taking up the post in early 2026. He will replace Vic Jannels, who is stepping down at the end of the year after six years in the role.
The appointment was announced on stage at the BDLA’s Annual Conference on Wednesday 12 November and marks a significant next chapter in the leadership of the UK’s only trade body focused exclusively on bridging and development finance.
Adam brings over three decades of experience in specialist property finance. He was CEO of the National Association of Commercial Finance Brokers (NACFB) for more than 11 years and later served as Executive Chairman of the Financial Intermediary & Broker Association (FIBA). He was a key figure behind the Certified Practitioner in Specialist Property Finance (CPSP) qualification and has also held senior roles at bridging lenders.
Adam Tyler commented: “Having been involved in specialist property finance for nearly 35 years and running trade associations in the sector for over 20 years, it is a real privilege to become CEO of the BDLA. I have seen and worked with most lenders within the bridging and development sector over that time and I am looking forward to building upon the great work that Vic has undertaken over the last six years.”
Adam succeeds Vic Jannels, who has been at the helm of the BDLA since 2019. During his tenure, the Association has undergone significant transformation – from its rebrand from ASTL to BDLA, through to a near tripling in lender loan book size, expansion in membership, and the launch of landmark initiatives such as the CPSP qualification and fraud prevention programme.
Vic Jannels said: “I have really enjoyed the intense and exciting challenge of this amazing sector of the mortgage market. I have known Adam for many years and am certain that he will bring his considerable experience and knowledge to bear in taking the BDLA to new heights.”
The BDLA currently has close to 100 lender and associate members, representing a collective loan book of more than £13bn. The organisation plays a central role in representing the sector to policymakers and regulators, supporting responsible lending, and promoting industry standards through its Code of Conduct and education programmes.
