Cooksley brings 15 years of experience assisting small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) across diverse sectors and has been employed by Navigate Commercial Finance for four years.
Navigate Commercial Finance has elevated Adam Cooksley (pictured, right) to the position of development director as the company continues to broaden its presence throughout the Midlands.
In this capacity, he will keep building connections with businesses, professionals and lenders throughout the Midlands.
In 2025, Cooksley received the BD of the Year award for his contributions to the Midlands business community.
Paul Varley (pictured, middle left), managing director at Navigate Commercial Finance, said: “Adam’s promotion recognises his contribution to Navigate Commercial Finance, having made such an impact on the business and in the Coventry and Warwickshire region since joining four years ago.
His contributions have been vital to our success.
With the company’s expansion, I aim for our staff to advance together with us. This involves assigning greater responsibilities, fostering their development, and assisting them in building lasting careers.
We have built an excellent reputation and intend to continue growing, making this a truly exciting phase for the company and all its members.
Cooksley added: “It’s great to be part of Navigate Commercial Finance’s continued growth and my promotion forms the next step of my career progression.
“I enjoy working with SMEs and finding them the most appropriate finance to support their ambitions.
“By expanding our reach and helping more SMEs unlock the vital funding they need to thrive, we are empowering businesses across the region to overcome financial barriers and achieve their true potential.”

