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The Most Influential Firms of 2025 Nominations Now Open

Following on from the success of our previous listings, we are once again opening the year with a celebration of the top firms across the FinTech and Financial Services space.


The Most Influential List

The Most Influential list shines a spotlight on the innovative and disruptive firms transforming the FinTech sector.

Whether you’re a bank, hedge fund, vendor, service provider, payment provider, asset manager, or start-up pushing boundaries, this is your opportunity to be recognised.

Being featured on the list sets companies apart, showcasing their standout performance, growth, and innovation. It’s more than recognition—it’s an opportunity to drive success and establish firms as industry leaders.

Here’s Who Made the List Before

The Top 1% Workplace Awards have been held annually since 2016, with new categories added each year to cover various aspects of workplace excellence. The rising number of applicants reflects the growing recognition and importance of these awards in the financial technology sector.

Meet the Judges

A panel of esteemed judges, made up of industry leaders and experts, carefully evaluates the entries to ensure a fair and objective selection process.

Each judge brings a wealth of expertise and deep knowledge of the sector, helping to define what it means to be a truly influential firm in FinTech.

Their insights and assessments are crucial in identifying companies that are not only innovative and disruptive but are also setting the standard for excellence in the industry.

How the Process Works

A step-by-step guide of the process

Nominate a firm you believe is driving innovation, making an impact, and reshaping the industry. Share why you think they stand out as the most influential or disruptive force in the space.


Nominations Deadline: TBC



Our panel of expert judges carefully reviews each nomination, assessing the innovation, impact, and disruption demonstrated by the firms. They identify the companies that truly deserve recognition as the most influential forces in the industry.

Once the list has been finalised, we will contact you to inform you whether you have made the list. The list will be officially announced on the release day of our magazine, The Financial Technologist: The Most Influential 2025.



List Released: TBC

Harrington Starr's magazine, The Financial Technologist, offers insights on industry trends, thought leadership, and best practices. We support professional development and foster a sense of community within the fintech sector. Through sharing knowledge and promoting discussion, we help drive the industry's growth and innovation. Our goal is to inform, inspire, and connect professionals, driving success in the financial technology field.

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Have a firm in mind that’s making an impact? Nominate them by filling out the form below:

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