Of all finance sectors, commercial finance is perhaps the most male dominated. But Melissa Ashcroft, managing director of AAA Mortgages and Altura Funding, has been making a name for herself as a leading name in complex construction finance.
In this candid conversation ahead of the Women in Finance Summit 2026, host Annie Kane sits down with the award-winning commercial finance broker to unpack how she established her authority in male-dominated commercial finance, how she is scaling her two businesses, and how she balances innovation with authentic leadership.
Tune in to find out:
- Her approach to winning major deals and building key referral partnerships.
- Practical strategies for navigating market pivots amid a changing economy.
- Her advice for female entrepreneurs aiming to step up, stand out, and build lasting success.
And much more!
