The National Fintech Awards
6.30pm: Arrival & Wine Reception
7.00pm: Black-tie gala dinner & Awards Ceremony
Wednesday, 2nd October 2024
The Round Room at The Mansion House, Dublin
The second annual National Fintech Awards in association with GRID Finance will celebrate the exceptional achievements of the Irish Fintech industry. We are passionate about showcasing the very best from the brightest startups to the most established companies, who are paving the way for a more innovative, diverse and inclusive industry.
Our awards categories reflect the breadth and depth of the Irish Fintech industry, recognising those who are making a real impact on the future of financial technology. We celebrate the individuals who are driving this sector forward.
Whether you work in a regulated bank, an established payments business, a challenger start-up, or public service, the National Fintech Awards serve to recognise the contribution and achievement of those who are leading with innovation and making a difference.
Across these 15 prestigious awards, we will give a platform for companies and individuals who have driven excellence and innovation in the Irish Fintech sector to celebrate and share their work.
Concluding the evening with the final three landward awards.
We will recognise an individual who has made a Lifetime Achievement in Fintech in Ireland, followed by an individual who has made a pioneering contribution in the last year and finally recognising the overall Company of the Year.
"The National Fintech Awards are for everyone who is invested in building a better financial system in Ireland. Whether you are working in bank technology transformation, public policy, advice or a disruptive new financial technology business there is an award category for you. The awards will showcase the best and brightest of Irish Fintech on the island of Ireland"
Derek Foley Butler, CEO, GRID Finance & Chairman, GRID Foundation
Join us as we celebrate the outstanding achievements of the Fintech community and shape the future of finance in Ireland and beyond.
The National Fintech Awards Experience
As well as toasting and celebrating Irish Fintech’s finest, you will receive the following as part of your ticket package:
- Champagne Reception on arrival from 6.30pm
- Networking with Fintech peers
- Prestigious Awards Ceremony
- Four Course Meal from Award Winning Chefs
- After-Dinner Entertainment
- Keynote Speaker address
- After-Dinner Entertainment
Award Categories
Sponsors
Awards Host
Peter Oakes
Non-Executive Director at Regulated Fintech Companies and Founder, Fintech Ireland
Peter is well-known in the fintech community having established the free Fintech Ireland Network in 2014 which promotes, supports and maps the indigenous and international fintech ecosystem. Peter is a non-executive director of a number of leading global fintechs working in the investment services and payments sectors. He is a regular speaker and MC at events in Ireland and overseas, and contributes to media on impactful fintech and regtech issues. Peter has recently established the new MiCAReady.com Project in the lead up to the EU regulation of digital and other crypto assets in Europe.
Peter’s work in regulation and corporate governance includes consulting, law and -previously holding senior roles at international regulators including the Central Bank of Ireland where he was appointed the first Director of Enforcement after the Irish banking crisis, the (now) UK Financial Conduct Authority and the Australian Securities and Investments Commission.
Peter is qualified as a solicitor in Ireland, the United Kingdom and Australia. He holds post law graduate qualifications in corporate governance and company direction from UCD and the Institute of Directors. Peter has been ranked twice as a top level (band 1) expert in the Chambers & Partners Irish fintech rankings.
For Sponsorship Opportunities Contact
Organisers
This inaugural Awards is brought to you by iQuest and Business Post Live, in association with GRID Foundation.
Agenda
Awards FAQ
General Awards Questions
The awards take place at the Mansion House, Dublin.
If you are interested in sponsorship opportunities, please reach out to Laura Dunlop on [email protected].
Sponsors
Please contact Laura Dunlop at [email protected] or +44 77 5637 672 for sponsorship-related inquiries.
Ticket Questions
Please contact Jackie Bryan, Customer Manager, at [email protected] or 087 055 7913.
Awards Entry Terms and Conditions
By submitting an entry to the National Fintech Awards, you agree to be bound by the following terms and conditions.
The Irish Fintech Awards are open to individuals and companies that meet the eligibility criteria outlined below.
Eligibility Entries are welcome from individuals and companies that meet the following criteria:
The individual or demonstrated impact and success in the Irish market.
The individual or company must comply with all relevant laws and regulations in Ireland.
Entry Submission
Entries must be submitted by the deadline stated on the National Fintech Awards website. Entries received after the deadline will not be considered. Each entry must include the following:
A completed entry form, including contact details for the individual or company.
A brief description of the fintech product or service, highlighting its innovation and impact in the Irish market.
Supporting materials, such as case studies, testimonials, or videos, that demonstrate the impact and success of the fintech product or service.
Judging Process
Entries will be evaluated by a panel of judges selected by the National Fintech Awards organisers.
The judging panel will assess entries based on the following criteria:
Innovation and originality of the fintech product or service.
Impact and success in the Irish market.
Compliance with relevant laws and regulations.
The judging panel’s decision is final and no correspondence will be entered into.
Award Categories
Entries must be submitted to the relevant award category as outlined on the National Fintech Awards website. Each entry may only be submitted to one award category.
Awards Ceremony
Finalists will be notified prior to the awards ceremony and will be invited to attend. The winners will be announced at the awards ceremony, which will take place on the date and venue stated on the National Fintech Awards website.
Publicity
By submitting an entry to the National Fintech Awards, the individual or company grants permission to the National Fintech Awards organisers to use their name and entry materials for publicity purposes, including but not limited to, media releases and marketing materials.
Liability
The National Fintech Awards organisers accept no responsibility for any damage, loss, or injury incurred by the individual or company as a result of their participation in the Irish Fintech Awards.
Data Protection
Personal data provided by the individual or company will be used solely for the purpose of administering the Irish Fintech Awards.
Acceptance of Terms and Conditions
By submitting an entry to the National Fintech Awards, the individual or company agrees to be bound by these terms and conditions.