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The Venture Center Brings Home Global Fintech Award
The Venture Center wins Best Fintech Accelerator/Incubator; lauded for successful fintech accelerator programs at world’s premier fintech conference
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. September 15, 2020 – The Venture Center took home the top prize in the Best Fintech Accelerator/Incubator category at the second annual Finovate Awards. The Venture Center bested four other finalists chosen by a group of prestigious international judges from the Fintech industry.
“Words could never adequately convey our excitement. Our incredible partners from the state of Arkansas, FIS, and the Independent Community Bankers of America (ICBA) made this win possible and demonstrates what can happen when people, organizations, and entrepreneurs collaborate. Together, we’re showing the world that Little Rock, Arkansas, continues to build on its esteemed fintech history,” said Wayne Miller, Executive Director of The Venture Center. “Previously known as the birthplace of fintech, today Little Rock is the epi-center of fintech innovation.”
“Congratulations to The Venture Center for this hard-earned and well-deserved recognition,” Arkansas Governor Asa Hutchinson said. “The Venture Center has supported and groomed many impressive companies and entrepreneurs in a short amount of time. The Center’s success enhances Arkansas’s reputation as a leader in financial technology and computer science. We’re proud to continue our partnership with The Venture Center and support its important mission.”
“We are excited to see this recognition for the FIS Accelerator and the successful partnership we have forged with The Venture Center and the State of Arkansas,” said Gary Norcross, Chairman, President and CEO of FIS. “Five years ago, we had a common vision to create a world-class accelerator based in Arkansas. Today, that vision is bringing innovative, real-world fintech solutions to our clients around the world. Congratulations to both The Venture Center and the state for this well-deserved honor.”
“This honor is further validation of the hard work and dedication of The Venture Center in fostering an environment where innovation flourishes,” ICBA Senior Executive Vice President of Community Bank Solutions Kevin Tweddle said. “We’re thrilled to continue our successful partnership with The Venture Center as we embark on our third ICBA ThinkTECH Accelerator program. Together, with the state of Arkansas, we’re helping to ensure that the future of community bank innovation remains bright.”
For more information about The Venture Center’s Accelerators or to submit an application for an accelerator by The Venture Center, visit venturecenter.co
About The Venture Center
The Venture Center’s immersive accelerator programs are designed to accelerate the growth of early-stage companies and help them validate their solutions for real-world problems. Our methodology provides a unique opportunity for early-stage companies to connect with the financial services industry, receive seed investment, and learn from a comprehensive curriculum that will aid in strategically addressing go-to-market, business, and finance challenges.
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