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Thought Leadership
2024 Winners
Southeast Women in Fintech Impact Award
This award honors an individual who has demonstrated exceptional leadership, innovation, and commitment to the advancement of the industry, and has served as a role model and mentor for women in the field. This award recognizes the recipient's achievements, contributions, and impact on the industry, and celebrates contributions to the growth and development of fintech in the Southeast. It serves as a reminder of the importance of promoting diversity and inclusion in the industry, and the critical role that women play in driving innovation and progress.
Southeast Women in Fintech Champion Award
This award recognizes an outstanding leader who has demonstrated unwavering commitment and support for women in the fintech industry. This individual has served as an advocate, mentor, and ally to women in the Southeast fintech sector, promoting inclusivity, gender equity, and professional development. The award winner has worked tirelessly to break down barriers, foster a culture of respect and opportunity, and create space for women's voices to be heard and their contributions recognized. This award celebrates the transformative impact of allyship in driving a more diverse, equitable, and successful fintech industry in the Southeast.
Southeast Women in Fintech Trailblazer Award
This award is given to an organization that has made outstanding contributions to the advancement of women in the fintech industry in the Southeast. The recipient of this award has demonstrated a commitment to supporting and promoting diversity and inclusion in the industry, and has provided opportunities and resources to help women succeed and thrive in fintech. The organization has actively sought to address the challenges and barriers that women face in the industry, and has worked to create a more inclusive and equitable environment for all. The award recognizes the recipient's impact on the industry and celebrates their efforts to promote gender diversity and inclusion in the Southeast's fintech ecosystem.
RTL Capital VC Partner of the Year
Recognizing an firm who has made a significant impact on the fintech or insurtech industries through their investments, mentorship, and support of innovative startups and emerging technologies.
Regional Impact
Award
Honoring an individual or organization that has made significant contributions to the growth and development of the fintech and insurtech innovation ecosystems in the Southeast. The award recognizes those who have fostered a culture of innovation and collaboration, supporting the development of startups, promoting investment and partnerships, and advocating for policies that encourage growth in the industry. The award is given to individuals or organizations that have demonstrated a commitment to building and supporting a robust and vibrant community of innovators and entrepreneurs in the Southeast.
Vanguard Award
This award is given to an individual or team that has demonstrated exceptional innovation and creativity in its products, services, or business model. The recipient has pushed the boundaries of what is possible in the industry, and has developed solutions that are both groundbreaking and impactful. This award recognizes the company's commitment to continuous improvement and innovation, and celebrates its contributions to driving progress and growth in the fintech industry.
Inclusive Leadership Award
This award recognizes organizations and leaders that have demonstrated exceptional commitment to fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion in the fintech and insurtech industries. The recipient of this award has implemented innovative strategies and best practices to promote DE&I, created a inclusive workplace culture, and made a measurable impact on the industry. This award celebrates the recipient's efforts in advancing DE&I, and serves as an inspiration to others in the industry to champion diversity and inclusion as a key driver of innovation and advancement.
Innovation in Partnership Award
Awarded to a successful partnership between a corporation and a fintech or insurtech company that has resulted in significant value creation and innovation in the industry.
Outstanding Mentor
Outstanding Mentor
Full conference participation and attendance was not required to nominate, be nominated, or receive an award.
Winners were decided based on professional merit, selected by a nonpartisan committee.
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