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Innovator in Finance Award Winner -Frank Russo, Founder at Procor Solutions + Consulting, LLC. Frank Russo, a seasoned Managing Director at Imperium Consulting Group in New York, brings over two decades of expertise in guiding businesses through the complexities of commercial claim reimbursement. With a remarkable track record, Frank has facilitated over $10 billion in combined loss recoveries stemming from diverse events like property losses, business interruption, and cyber-attacks. He is sought-after as an Arbitrator, Appraiser, and Expert Witness in intricate financial disputes and has garnered recognition as a top executive in the industry, including the prestigious FiNext “Innovator in Finance” Award. Beyond his professional accomplishments, Frank is a dedicated entrepreneur who excels in building successful ventures. His passion for sharing knowledge on business resilience has taken him around the globe, where he delivers insightful talks and authors publications to empower organizations. Known for his empathetic approach to clients’ challenges, Frank values forging meaningful professional relationships and is keen on mentoring budding professionals in the field. Despite his demanding career, Frank cherishes spending quality time with his family, actively supporting and cheering on his three daughters in their various pursuits. With a commitment to excellence and a genuine desire to make a difference, Frank Russo stands as a trusted resource in navigating critical financial situations, offering expertise that can be relied upon when it matters most. About Procor Solutions + Consulting, LLC. Procor Solutions + Consulting, LLC. is comprised of leading risk management, disaster management and insurance professionals who focus on improving business resilience by providing expertise in disaster planning, disaster response, property/business interruption loss mitigation and claims, risk management and claim analytics and risk technology. Often there is a “one-size-fits all” approach to managing property risk and planning for disasters. Our approach is different and simple – we believe in asking the right questions, listening attentively and providing the customized solutions each client needs. By fostering collaborative partnerships, we help our clients plan for any disaster and execute a response plan effectively and quickly through our leading resources and capabilities, innovative perspectives and cutting-edge technology. This proactive and pre-disaster focus positions our clients to be fully prepared to mitigate negative effects on brand, income, and assets and return to normal operations as soon as possible. When those disasters do happen, we help our clients recover and collect on their claims. Our expert team has worked with organizations around the globe, managing many of the world’s largest and most complex disasters and property/business interruption recoveries. The Procor professionals and our strategic partners have worked extensively in the insurance industry and most hold advanced degrees and professional certifications. We bring that expertise and that experience to support our client’s long-term objectives by helping them learn from the past, improve their risk footprint and plan intelligently to be ready for what’s next thus becoming more resilient organizations. Website:

Innovator in Finance Award Winner -Antonio Diego, CEO at Mutuo Financiera Antonio González-Karg is a visionary leader based in San Diego, California, with a strong background in Private Debt, Entrepreneurship, Fintech, and Private Equity. With over 1,255 followers and 500+ connections, Antonio is known for his expertise in assessing organizations, driving operations, and building high-performing teams to achieve strategic objectives. His skill set includes conducting due diligence, negotiating with various partners, and providing strategic consultancy to clients. Antonio has a proven track record of raising capital to launch and grow successful businesses, while also advocating for fellow entrepreneurs to embark on similar journeys. Through his leadership roles, Antonio has encountered and triumphed over challenging situations, solidifying his belief in the transformative power of business and its impact on society. His focus on expanding access to financial services in underserved communities reflects his dedication to driving positive change and leveraging technology to unlock opportunities in emerging markets. Antonio is a passionate advocate for entrepreneurial growth and is committed to realizing the full potential of innovative technologies in shaping the future of business and society. About Mutuo Financiera Mutuo Financiera is a start-up focused on predictive analytics for online loans to small businesses. They seek to create credit solutions in emerging markets through artificial intelligence. Their platform provides dynamic asset optimization through recursion algorithms and artificial neural networks. They want to solve the lack of access to financial services for small businesses and thus generate financial prosperity. Website: https://mutuofinanciera.com

Top Companies in Finance Award Winner –CryptoLiquidity About CryptoLiquidity Up until now, no one has adequately addressed the volatility in the market when it comes to using digital currency to fund projects, acquisitions, procurement of goods or services, shipping, distribution, etc. (referred to as “the Transaction”), particularly those transactions that may take time to complete and are therefore exposed to volatilities in the digital currency market. For example, a $1,000,000 USD transaction that pegged its value to Bitcoin on November 1, 2017 ($6,391.08 USD per Bitcoin) would have committed 156.47 Bitcoin to the transaction. If that transaction closed on November 30, 2017 ($9,868.99 USD per Bitcoin) the recipient of the 156.47 Bitcoin would have received a gross value of $1,544,200.87 USD or a value 54% greater than was originally agreed to. Similarly, the funder would have lost 54% of the value associated with the Bitcoins allocated. Founder: Erik Lindquist, Partner Website:  https://cryptoliquidity.co

Top Companies in Finance Award Winner –Clickatell Transact About Clickatell Transact Clickatell Transact is a leader in payment solutions, digital product distribution and a pioneer in mobile technology, enabling businesses to connect with their customers. At Clickatell Transact we believe that every business must be able to easily, effectively and securely engage their mobile customers and employees on a personal level. We aim to help our customers create unprecedented value in their business by enabling them to connect, interact and transact with their business partners and communities through their mobile phone.

Top Companies in Finance Award Winner – Income& About Income& At Income&, we’re reinventing fixed income investing for people like you with a product that seeks returns of 6% or more while offering reliable monthly income with lower risk. Founded in 2014, Income& is a San Francisco-based financial technology company that pioneered the PRIMOTM. Led by a team of seasoned executives from some of the most innovative and successful financial service firms in the world, Income& is revolutionizing the fixed-income marketplace. Founders: Keith Meyer, Co-Founder & CMO. Vincent Phillips, Co-Founder & CTO. Website:  http://incomeand.com

Top Companies in Finance Award Winner – preCharge About preCharge. preCharge is a global solution provider with a core focus on maximizing order process efficiency and risk mitigation. Our primary goal is to assist merchants in doing more business throughout the world online and off. We are the official service provider of the Certified Payments program and an active supporter in the war against transaction fraud. preCharge maintains thousands of industry, banking and government relationships throughout the globe and has serviced thousands of merchants over the past 5 years while maintaining one of the highest customer satisfaction rates in the industry. Our solutions are tailored specifically to a merchant’s needs while still reacting to dynamic requirements quickly and efficiently, effectively utilizing our vast network of relationships and resources. Since 2003, preCharge has enabled merchants to capture billions of dollars in lost revenue and has provided the tools, resources and relationships necessary to do business in over 200 countries around the world. Founder: Alex Corral, CEO. Website:  https://www.precharge.com

Top Companies in Finance Award Winner – LeafHouse Financial Advisors, LLC. About LeafHouse Financial Advisors, LLC. LeafHouse Financial Advisors is an independent Registered Investment Advisor that specializes in acting as a third-party fiduciary for corporate and non-profit retirement plans. Our firm is unique in that we thoroughly embrace the fiduciary standard and commit ourselves to always act in our clients’ best interests. We strive to avoid the conflicts of interest that have plagued the financial industry for so long. Fiduciary Services for Retirement Plans – LeafHouse Financial Advisors is your 401(k) plan expert, serving as an ERISA consultant and third-party fiduciary to retirement plans such as 401(k)s, 403(b)s, profit sharing plans, and more. We navigate the complex regulatory landscape and help provide cost-effective and transparent solutions while reducing legal risks. Retirement Advisor Management Partnership – LeafHouse partners with numerous advisory practices around the country in order to help them provide a higher level of service and fiduciary protection to their clients. Founder: Neal Weaver, CEO. Kassandra Hendrix, Vice President, Business Development. Website:  http://www.leafhousefinancial.com

Top Companies in Finance Award Winner –Echo Payment Systems LLC About Echo Payment Systems LLC Echo Payment Systems LLC is a dynamic and rapidly expanding FinTech innovator based in Henderson, NV. With 213 dedicated followers and a team of 11-50 employees, we are on a mission to revolutionize the financial services industry. At Echo, we value energetic, well-organized individuals who are technically proficient and driven to succeed. Our company culture is one of empowerment and collaboration, where we strive to open new markets, develop innovative payment products and services, and transform financial systems. Our core values serve as the guiding principles that shape our work and interactions. We believe in daring to dream and seeking inspiration to drive innovation. Thinking from a customer’s perspective is central to our approach, always aiming to exceed expectations and deliver exceptional experiences. Taking ownership and responsibility for our actions is paramount, as we proactively find solutions and drive positive change. At Echo, we prioritize growth and learning, continuously striving for excellence with passion and determination. Integrity is at the core of everything we do, ensuring the safety and security of our people, systems, and customers. We emphasize the importance of teamwork, communication, and creating a positive work environment where everyone feels like part of a close-knit family. We understand the significance of work-life balance and encourage our team members to take time to rest, play, and recharge. Authenticity is key at Echo, where we value individuality and embrace our quirks. Join us at Echo Payment Systems LLC, where we are not just reshaping the financial landscape, but also fostering a culture of creativity, collaboration, and continuous growth. ECHO Payment Systems is a global payment solutions provider based in Henderson, NV, USA. ECHO combines the power of modern payment card processing platforms, proprietary middleware systems with deep regulatory and payment systems expertise. ECHO commercial clients include financial institutions, global foreign exchange companies, check cashers, tax services, and financial innovators. Founder: Ronald Ingram, Chairman & CEO. Website:

Top Companies in Finance Award Winner – Fundever About Fundever Fundever is a digital platform that connects Commercial Lenders with Mortgage Brokers. Fundever is a proprietary software, which allows brokers to upload their mortgage loan requests to showcase their deals to qualified lenders across Canada in just 3 simple steps. Our commitment to our lender clients is to provide them with the most accurate information pertaining to the loan requests. Fundever is a digital platform based in Vancouver, BC, connecting Commercial Lenders with Mortgage Brokers. Their proprietary software enables brokers to easily upload mortgage loan requests, showcasing deals to qualified lenders across Canada in just three simple steps. The company is committed to providing lender clients with accurate information regarding loan requests and allows lenders to filter deals based on their specific mandates, ensuring they only see deals matching their interests. Brokers are expected to have essential loan data ready to provide lenders with additional details promptly once a connection is made. Fundever serves as a valuable business development tool, saving lenders time and money by streamlining the deal submission process and reducing marketing costs. Those interested can sign up for free at www.fundever.com or contact the company for more information at 1.844.FIN.TECH (346.8324). Fundever allows lenders the ability to filter deals based on their current mandates so that they only see the deals that they are interested in. Brokers are required to have the critical data regarding the loan at hand so that when a connection has been made, the broker can immediately provide the lender with further loan details. Fundever is a powerful business development tool that saves lenders time and money by streamlining the deal submission process and by reducing the costs of marketing.

SnapCheck SnapCheck now part of Payroc, is a trailblazing entity in the financial services industry based in San Mateo, CA. With a team of 11-50 dedicated professionals, SnapCheck focuses on revolutionizing traditional payment methods by offering a high-speed, ultra-secure, and widely accepted alternative to paper checks. The company’s mission revolves around liberating businesses and individuals from the constraints of paper checks, aiming to put an end to the staggering 18 billion checks processed in the US annually. By transitioning to their innovative digital checking platform, SnapCheck envisions conserving up to a million trees, highlighting their commitment to environmental sustainability. SnapCheck sets itself apart with its groundbreaking open-ecosystem solution, allowing seamless payments to be made to anyone, anywhere, using the familiar format of a check, but without the drawbacks associated with paper-based transactions. With patented technology at the core of their operations, SnapCheck empowers businesses, consumers, and financial institutions to collectively save over $50 billion annually in operational costs and mitigate fraud losses by up to $20 billion. In a landscape marked by traditional practices, SnapCheck stands out as a disruptive force driving significant cost savings and enhanced security in the financial realm. Their innovative approach signals a paradigm shift towards efficient, eco-friendly payment solutions that resonate with modern businesses and conscientious consumers alike. SnapCheck has been selected as the winner in the ‘Top 10 Companies in Finance’ category. SnapCheck is driving the elimination of paper checks, saving organizations 65% or more in payment costs and reducing fraud by 90%. Businesses are trapped in a world of paper checks. In 2016, businesses still conduct a majority of B2B transactions via paper check, and the use of paper checks is on the rise. This dependence costs businesses and banks $50 Billion in direct costs (printing, postage, writing, monitoring, reconciling) and $20 Billion in fraud losses annually. SnapCheck blockchain-enabled digital checking platform empowers organizations to break free from the trappings of paper payments and embrace electronic transactions. SnapCheck digital checking platform integrates with bank core processors, accounts payable systems, payroll platforms to provide a seamless experience for users to send highly-secure SnapCheck digital checks instantly, directly from their mobile/online banking account or their preferred accounting software. Because SnapCheck are 100% compatible with traditional paper check deposit methods (mobile, ATM, branch), recipients can maintain their legacy deposit processes or step up to instant, electronic deposits through SnapCheck, whenever they’re ready to do so. Fraud is eliminated through strong cryptographic controls built into the digital check itself. SnapCheck combines the strength of electronic payments with the ubiquity of checks to save costs and eliminate fraud for businesses and banks alike. Read More Awards  Echo Payment Systems LLC