Enra appoints ex-Close Brothers chief as chair

Prebensen (pictured) led Close Brothers Group as chief executive from 2009 to 2020.

During that time, Close Brothers tripled the size of its specialist lending business, while also building successful wealth management and equity trading businesses.

Prebensen has since taken on roles including chair of RiverStone International, a specialist insurance company, as well as serving on the board of British Land as senior independent director.

The appointment follows the acquisition of Enra by Elliott Advisors.

Enra: ‘Building the UK’s leading non-bank specialist lender’

Danny Waters, founder and chief exuecutive of Enra, said: “Preben brings unrivalled experience as well as a real passion and enthusiasm to help us achieve our ambitions as we continue to build the UK’s leading non-bank specialist lender.

“I am exceptionally proud of what we have achieved as a company already. We have never been stronger or better placed, and with Preben and Elliott on board I’m sure we will go on to even greater success.”

Prebensen added: “I’m joining Enra at an exciting time as the business continues to grow and establish itself as the UK’s leading non-bank specialist lender.

“My role will be to advise and support Danny and the team who have done a great job establishing Enra and I very much look forward to working with them, and with Elliott Advisors who bring deep expertise and resources as owners.”