Atlanta, GA — August 26, 2025 – The Technology Association of Georgia (TAG) proudly announces the finalists and winners of this year’s ADVANCE Awards, recognizing breakthrough achievements and exceptional leadership in Georgia’s rapidly expanding fintech ecosystem.
The ADVANCE Awards spotlight the established companies that continue to redefine how we think about money, transactions, and financial services. As artificial intelligence transforms risk assessment, blockchain revolutionizes payment systems, and digital-first solutions reshape customer experiences, this year’s honorees highlight the bold thinking that has established Georgia as a national fintech hub, with finalists represented by growth-stage and established industry leaders.
From next-generation payment platforms and alternative lending models to sophisticated fraud detection systems and regulatory compliance tools, the finalists demonstrate the breadth and depth of Georgia’s fintech talent.
Finalists:
Winners:
“The fintech revolution is happening right here in Georgia,” said Larry Williams, CEO of TAG. “The ADVANCE Awards highlight the passion, creativity, and impact of Georgia’s most dynamic technology professionals and we are excited to celebrate the achievements from this year’s finalists and winners. These exceptional organizations and leaders remind us why TAG exists – to elevate innovation that benefits businesses and communities across our state.”
ADVANCE Award co-chair Scott Mills, a longtime fintech advocate, emphasized the ripple effects throughout the community, “At TAG Fintech South, we all understand fintech’s pivotal role in driving economic growth, and this year’s finalists and winners for the ADVANCE Awards celebrate the creativity and results these organizations provide for our community.”
“Honoring the best of Georgia’s fintech leaders with the ADVANCE Awards shines a light on innovation that is improving lives and creating new possibilities in the industry and represents the transformative power of fintech and the vital role our state plays as a center of innovation and growth,” said Maria Luisa Pineda, fellow co-chair.
The winners and finalists were honored at the TAG Fintech South conference at the Woodruff Arts Center in Midtown Atlanta August 19th-20th during a live awards ceremony.
For more information about the ADVANCE Awards program and to see past recipients, please visit https://www.tagonline.org/tag-fintech-advance-awards/
