Robert Sinclair, Director of AFB, commented: "We are delighted that Barney has been elected to represent medium sized firms on the AFB board. These are challenging times for the industry, and the wider economy, and it is more important than ever that the industry has a strong trade body representing its interests with regulators, politicians and other key stakeholders. However, we are only as strong as our members make us. That is why it is vital we engage with members who are willing to serve on the Board. The secured loans industry faces a number of key challenges this year and sitting on the AFB Board offers a great opportunity to influence the future shape of our industry."