Partnering with Pallas Capital gives you access to deep property expertise.

Ben Keenan ​
Executive Director​

Industry experience: 20+ years​

A property and finance executive with 20+ years’ experience in real estate development, structured finance, and institutional capital markets, he was previously Director and General Counsel at Multiplex Construction Europe Ltd., delivering major projects across the UK, Europe, the Middle East, and Canada. His expertise in non-bank lending platforms and institutional partnerships will be central to launching the UK business.

Uliana Kuzmis​
Chief Credit Officer​

Industry experience: 20+ years​

Uliana is a highly knowledgeable lending professional with over 20 years’ experience in development finance, credit and underwriting. She has a proven track record of creating market leading products and processes, a success which has been well recognised in the industry and for which she has received several awards. She was formerly Deputy Managing Director Development Finance at Hampshire Trust Bank, and prior to that Head of Development Light at Octopus Real Estate.

Mark Witherington
Senior Originator

Industry experience: 20 years​

Veteran Development Finance Originator with a strong reputation for structuring and delivering complex real estate transactions. With deep regional market knowledge and a hands-on approach, he has originated and executed facilities across market segments and sizes. Known for navigating challenging market conditions and tailoring solutions to borrower needs, he consistently unlocks value and drives successful outcomes for lenders and developers alike.

Anna Thompson ​
Originator

Industry experience: 11+ years

Anna Thompson is a seasoned financial services professional with 11+ years’ experience in advisory, specialist lending, and sales operations. She’s held senior roles at top short-term finance providers, including West One Loans. Her early debt advisory background gives her deep insight into the intermediary landscape. Known for structuring complex deals and delivering tailored solutions, Anna is a recognised thought leader, speaker at Women in Finance events, and award nominee in the mortgage space.