THE TEAM
ALASTAIR HOYNE
MLIBF CeMAP CPSP
JAMES GUTIERREZ
DJENNY MUNENE
BA (HONS)
ANN-MARIE FOWLER
CeMAP
CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER
LENDING
SENIOR ASSOCIATE
LENDING
CASE MANAGER
FINANZE CAPITAL
ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR
LENDING
Alastair is a seasoned finance professional and entrepreneur with more than 20 years of experience in creating and growing successful businesses across various sectors. He is the founder and CEO of Finanze Group, a diversified financial services company that delivers tailored and innovative solutions for property and business finance, protection and insurance, estate planning, lending & consulting. He is passionate about leveraging FinTech and PropTech to enhance the customer experience and optimize the financial outcomes for private and corporate clients.
At present he has taken the reins of Finanze Capital, the Group's latest venture into property finance lending.
Prior to launching Finanze in 2021, Alastair founded and sold two companies while still at university, worked in investment banking for several years, and became COO of a £31bn investment manager in Hong Kong. He then established his own consulting and venture capital firm, investing in various industries, including private equity, real estate, renewable energy, cryptocurrency, and FinTech and PropTech startups. Alastair has a proven track record of managing key client relationships, leading high-performing teams, and generating exceptional returns.
He has held his position in the B&C Power List three years in a row now, ranking in the Top 30 UK brokers in 2022, the Top 40 most influential property professionals in 2023 and the Top 40 Industry Heroes in 2024 by Bridging & Commercial Magazine.
He is also a member of the Board of Advisors for Soulful Minds CIC and Repossession Rescue Network, two organizations that support people in mental health and financial distress. Alastair holds a BSc (Hons) in Management & Strategy from Aston University, CeMAP & CPSP from The London Institute of Banking & Finance. He speaks English, Italian, and French fluently.
Ann-Marie has been a regulated broker for over 15 years and transitioned into commercial finance four years ago. With a lifelong passion for both property and finance, she has dedicated her career to empowering clients in their financial journeys, offering guidance and support at every stage. Having been self-employed throughout her professional life, she thrives on solving complex financial challenges while educating others about building a secure financial future.
Her background is refreshingly unconventional. Ann-Marie studied Illustration at university, and her love of art and music, particularly jungle - remains a central part of her identity. Beyond finance, she has spent over a decade supporting her brother’s extreme sport venture, HorseBoarding UK, where her creativity and innovative approach helped the sport reach new heights. A career highlight came in November 2023, when HorseBoarding UK performed at the prestigious Longines Global Final. Ann-Marie played the music for the performance, which she counts among her most treasured achievements.
Always proactive and community-focused, Ann-Marie also runs her own networking events, UP Club Social, and is preparing to launch her podcast, aiming to be a trusted source of best practice and advice within the industry. She views her role at Finanze Capital as an exciting opportunity to grow alongside a forward-thinking, innovative team that reflects the evolving needs of the market.
Looking to the future, Ann-Marie dreams of combining her passions by one day DJing into her retirement and running an art gallery—two pursuits that continue to inspire and ground her, both personally and professionally.
James Gutierrez brings over 15 years of versatile experience to his role as Senior Associate, Property Finance within Finanze, specialising in strategic relationship building, market analysis and tailored client solutions. With a proven track record across industries such as outsourcing, recruitment, media and financial services. James excels at identifying growth opportunities and delivering tangible value through carefully crafted brokerage solutions.
James’ background as Senior Customer Success Manager at Magic Inc. and Co-Founder of TNT Fight underscores his ability to manage complex client relationships and navigate diverse market landscapes. His cross-cultural proficiency as a dual citizen of the U.S. and the Philippines ensures effective communication and seamless execution of international transactions. Grounded in a strong understanding of psychology, James adeptly aligns client motivations with strategic outcomes.
At Finanze, James is committed to driving measurable results, enhancing client satisfaction and fostering long-term partnerships that support sustained business growth.
Djenny Munene is an experienced operations manager with over 5 years of experience. Her committed dedication to helping customers resolve issues and achieving successful client outcomes makes her a perfect fit for Finanze Capital. Through listening attentively she solves problems quickly and efficiently and ensures high-quality professional relationships with clients.
In Finanze Capital she is responsible for client onboarding, from document collection and KYC checks to file packaging. She also instructs valuation and legal quotes and works closely with our underwriting team. Through careful monitoring she ensures the progress of loans as they move through the entire lending journey minimising delays where possible, helping clients get the funds they need as swiftly as possible.