Real estate finance and investment house Tab has appointed Stephen Wasserman (pictured) as its chief operating officer (COO), effective immediately.
Wasserman has been a director of Tab since October 2022, and will now take a more active role in the company’s day-to-day operations.
He has more than 20 years of experience in property and lending; prior to joining Tab, Wasserman co-founded West One Loans and was its managing director for almost 15 years, overseeing over £3bn in lending and managing all operations and credit risk.
He also founded the National Housing Group, where he was at the forefront of efforts to acquire and develop high-quality social housing.
His main focus in his new role will be driving Tab’s lending activity and making sure that the business runs effectively.
Duncan Kreeger, CEO and founder of Tab, said: “Stephen’s extensive experience and deep understanding of our operations make him exceptionally well-suited for this role. We are confident that he will continue to drive our strategic initiatives forward and contribute significantly to Tab’s ongoing success.
“His expertise will be invaluable in supporting our consolidation and growth to provide the best possible outcomes for our borrowers and investors.”
Wasserman said: “I am thrilled to join Tab at such a pivotal time in its growth trajectory.
“I have watched Tab’s growth with great admiration and I am excited to be more involved with the day-to-day runnings of the operation. Duncan has built Tab with a strong foundation and a clear vision for the future. I am confident that we will continue to innovate and lead in the property finance market, driving significant value for our clients and investors.”
In June, Tab hired Samuel Leach as its investor relations head. Last month, the company completed over £500m in lending.
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