1. Jack Henry celebrates innovation through the 2025 Cobalt Awards. 2. Awards recognize banks and fintechs for community contributions and creativity. 3. Nominees must use Jack Henry solutions and be current customers. 4. Judging panel includes Jack Henry executives; winners will be recognized. 5. Cobalt Awards support collaboration and inspire positive change in finance.
The Cobalt Awards enhance JKHY's brand visibility and customer relationships. Historically, recognition programs can lead to increased engagement and new business opportunities for participants.
The recognition program fosters innovation and customer loyalty which strengthens Jack Henry's market position. This can positively influence stock performance.
The immediate commencement of the awards may lead to increased customer interaction. Recognizing innovation can drive short-term promotional interest and investment in services.
MONETT, Mo., April 17, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Jack Henry™ (Nasdaq: JKHY) is accepting entries for the 2025 Cobalt Awards through May 12, continuing to celebrate innovation by financial institutions and fintechs, dedication to people and communities, and a passion for reducing barriers to financial health.
The Cobalt Awards provide a platform for banks, credit unions, and fintechs to be recognized for their creativity and imagination while also giving back to their communities. These prestigious awards aim to inspire, motivate, and strengthen relationships by showcasing success stories.
Eligibility: Award nominees must be existing Jack Henry customers and must use at least one Jack Henry solution referenced in their entry submission. Fintech entrants must be part of Jack Henry's ecosystem through the Developer Toolkit or Vendor Integration Program (VIP). Entries should include compelling storytelling with quantifiable metrics.
Judging Panel and Prizes: This year, the judging panel will include seven Jack Henry executives. Winners will receive:
"We're excited our Cobalt Awards program is now in its second year and can't wait to recognize another round of winners at Jack Henry Connect," said Jack Henry President and CEO Greg Adelson. "At Jack Henry, we believe in the power of collaboration and innovation to drive positive change. The Cobalt Awards highlight the remarkable efforts by financial institutions and fintechs that are breaking down barriers and creating lasting impacts in their communities."
Submissions will close Monday, May 12. For more information about the program, visit jackhenry.com. To learn more about the 2024 Cobalt Award winners, view the case studies.
Jack Henry™ (Nasdaq: JKHY) is a well-rounded financial technology company that strengthens connections between financial institutions and the people and businesses they serve. We are an S&P 500 company that prioritizes openness, collaboration, and user centricity – offering banks and credit unions a vibrant ecosystem of internally developed modern capabilities as well as the ability to integrate with leading fintechs. For more than 48 years, Jack Henry has provided technology solutions to enable clients to innovate faster, strategically differentiate, and successfully compete while serving the evolving needs of their accountholders. We empower approximately 7,500 clients with people-inspired innovation, personal service, and insight-driven solutions that help reduce the barriers to financial health. Additional information is available at www.jackhenry.com.
SOURCE Jack Henry & Associates, Inc.