TAB has announced a major expansion of its Investor Relations division. Led by Samuel Leach, Head of Investor Relations and Board Member, the expanded team will focus on scaling TAB's family office and private investor network to meet unprecedented demand, as the firm's active loan book surpasses £260 million and it pushes toward a target of £30 million in monthly bridging originations.
The strategic expansion comes as TAB experiences record growth across its specialist lending portfolio. The firm received more than 200 loan applications in Q1 2026 alone, demonstrating exceptionally high demand across private credit, bridging finance, and commercial mortgages. With strong asset quality underpinning a performing £260 million active loan book, the rapid increase in origination has created a significant opportunity to expand the private capital side of the business.
Under Leach's leadership, the expanded Investor Relations team will cater specifically to high-net-worth individuals (HNWIs), family offices, and private investors seeking asset-backed, yield-generating opportunities in the UK real estate market. Leach currently oversees a portfolio of over £100 million from HNW individuals, bringing deep expertise in private capital formation and wealth management.
With an extensive background as an entrepreneur and investor, Leach brings over a decade of financial markets experience and a deep understanding of private wealth management to the role. His operational background and network are proving instrumental in bridging the gap between private capital and institutional-grade property finance.
"With an active loan book of over £260 million and our sights set firmly on originating £30 million a month in bridging, the demand from both borrowers and private investors is only growing," said Duncan Kreeger, CEO and Founder of TAB.
"While our institutional lines are stronger than ever, our private investor and family office network remains a core pillar of our funding strategy. Samuel has been a trusted partner for years. His ongoing leadership of the Investor Relations team and his role on the board ensures we have the right infrastructure to scale our private capital base alongside our lending volume."
"The appetite from family offices and private investors for secure, asset-backed returns has never been higher," said Samuel Leach, Head of Investor Relations and Board Member at TAB.
"Investors are looking for transparency, tangible collateral, and a lender with a proven track record. By expanding our Investor Relations team, we are ensuring that our private investors receive a bespoke, high-touch service while gaining access to the same institutional-grade property deals that are driving TAB's rapid growth."
The expansion of the Investor Relations team will include new hires dedicated to family office liaison, private client onboarding, and portfolio reporting, ensuring TAB maintains its reputation for transparency and exceptional client service as it continues to scale its £260 million loan book.
