Callum
Taylor
Chief Executive Officer
Callum is the Founder and CEO of Portway Finance, having established the business in early 2021 after identifying a gap in the market for a regulated brokerage covering all areas of property finance. With over 10 years’ experience in the specialist finance and mortgage industry, he brings a strong foundation of knowledge and leadership to the firm.
Holding a First-Class Honours degree in Accountancy and Finance, Callum combines technical expertise with a clear focus on delivering high-quality client outcomes. He leads the business with core values of integrity, agility, teamwork, and long-term relationships, ensuring these principles are reflected across every aspect of the company’s service.
Outside of work, he enjoys golf and has a keen interest in food and wine.
Max
Northcote-Green
Sales Director
Max is a Sales Director at Portway Finance who joined in 2023. Prior to this, he developed strong interpersonal and communication skills through a professional sporting career, alongside gaining exposure to sales environments.
Max focuses on managing and growing the firm’s client base, as well as building new relationships and strategic partnerships. He is closely involved in complex and high-value cases, ensuring clients feel supported and confident throughout the process.
Max is known for his personable, proactive approach and ability to build lasting relationships, helping to deliver positive outcomes for both clients and the business.
Jemima
Fordham
Senior Case Manager
Jemima joined Portway Finance in 2025 as a Senior Case Manager, bringing over 12 years of experience in the mortgage industry, including previous experience as a broker.
Her background gives her a strong understanding of the lending process from both the adviser and client perspective, supporting a wide range of residential and buy-to-let cases, including more complex scenarios.
Lauren
Wilson
Mortgage Broker, CeMAP
Lauren joined Portway Finance in 2025 and plays a key role in supporting clients across a wide range of property finance needs. Drawing on her experience in both countryside and London property markets, she brings strong expertise in residential and buy-to-let lending, as well as more complex cases involving LLP structures, asset-backed arrangements, and self-employed income.
Her well-rounded knowledge and practical approach enable her to structure tailored solutions and support clients through more intricate lending scenarios.
Hadley
Langley-Smith
Finance Broker, CeMAP
Hadley joined Portway in 2021, bringing with him 9 years of experience in the property finance industry. With a particular specialism in bridging finance, he has developed a strong track record of structuring and delivering solutions in time-sensitive and complex scenarios. Hadley thrives on cases that require a hands-on approach, working closely with clients and partners to navigate challenges and achieve efficient, tailored outcomes.
James
Williams
Finance Broker, CeMAP
James joined Portway Finance in 2024 and brings over eight years of experience within the property industry, including five years as a finance broker. He supports clients across a broad range of property finance requirements, with particular expertise in bridging finance, commercial finance, and buy-to-let mortgages.
James has a strong track record in structuring tailored funding solutions, particularly for time-sensitive transactions and more complex cases. His practical approach and in-depth market knowledge enable him to guide clients confidently through each stage of the process, ensuring a smooth and efficient experience from initial enquiry through to completion.
Alex
Penny
Finance Broker, CeMAP
Alex is a specialist finance broker with a focus on buy-to-let, high net worth bridging, and commercial lending. With over five years of experience across London and the South East of England, he has developed a strong track record in structuring tailored finance solutions for clients with complex requirements.
Since joining Portway Finance in 2025, Alex has played an integral role in delivering a proactive, client-focused service. By leveraging strong relationships across a wide panel of lenders, he consistently secures competitive and efficient outcomes for his clients.
Katie
Splosnova
Marketing Executive
Katie is a Marketing Executive at Portway Finance, having joined in 2025 shortly after graduating. She brings experience from several internships, along with a strong passion for growth and development.
Katie plays a key role in shaping the company’s marketing efforts, bringing a thoughtful and detail-driven approach to her work. Her ability to take on new challenges with confidence, combined with a constant drive to improve and refine, makes her a valuable part of the team.
Matthew
Carvell
Sales Executive
Matthew joined Portway Finance in October 2024 as a Sales Associate and has since become a valuable part of the team. He plays a key role in qualifying potential clients and introducing new business to the firm, helping to support the company’s continued growth.
Through his time at Portway, Matthew has developed strong client-facing and communication skills, along with a proactive and professional approach to identifying opportunities and building relationships.
Lochy
Legge-Bourke
Sales Associate
Lochy Legge-Bourke joined Portway Finance in January 2026 as an intern and quickly became a valuable member of the team through his contribution to the firm’s business development efforts. By identifying and engaging prospective clients, he has played an important role in expanding Portway Finance’s client base and generating new business opportunities.
Thanks to his strong interpersonal skills, proactive approach, and commitment to delivering an excellent client experience, Lochy has established himself as a key member of the team. Following the success of his internship, he joined Portway Finance as a full-time Sales Associate in June 2026.
Accreditations and Recognitions
Winner – The Mortgage Awards 2026
Bridging Broker of the Year
Commended – Business Moneyfacts Awards 2026
Buy-to-Let Mortgage Broker of the Year
National Association of Commercial Finance Brokers
Accredited Member Since 2023