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2025 Non-Bank Financial Institution (NBFI) Awards – Call for Entries

Published by Jessica Weisman-Pitts

Posted on March 25, 2025

4 min read

· Last updated: February 26, 2026

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2025 Non-Bank Financial Institution (NBFI) Awards – Call for Entries
Global Banking & Finance Awards 2026 — Call for Entries

In an era defined by agility, access, and specialization, Non-Banking Financial Institutions (NBFIs) are expanding the boundaries of financial services. These institutions are powering small businesses, supporting property ownership, advancing trade, and reaching customers where traditional banks often fall short.

Part of the Global Banking & Finance Review Awards® – Celebrating impact, access, and performance across the global NBFI landscape.

In an era defined by agility, access, and specialization, Non-Banking Financial Institutions (NBFIs) are expanding the boundaries of financial services. These institutions are powering small businesses, supporting property ownership, advancing trade, and reaching customers where traditional banks often fall short.

From microfinance and startup funding to digital lending, auto finance, and supply chain financing, NBFIs are unlocking new opportunities for individuals and enterprises in both emerging and mature markets.

Their strength lies in their ability to serve diverse needs—delivering faster access, tailored solutions, and financing pathways that fuel economic progress.

Get the Recognition You Deserve

Whether you're:

  • Enabling SME growth and startup resilience

  • Delivering fast, flexible financing through digital platforms

  • Supporting agriculture, housing, trade, or asset acquisition

  • Expanding access to vehicle or equipment finance

  • Powering remittances, money exchange, or factoring

  • Leading in Sharia-compliant or alternative credit models

  • Serving women entrepreneurs and underserved communities

  • Providing leasing solutions for ships, aircraft, or business tools

  • Driving digital transformation and measurable growth

This is your opportunity to stand out—and gain global recognition for the work you’re doing on the ground.

🏆 Be honored among the top NBFIs worldwide 🌍 Share your achievements with a global audience 🚀 Build trust with clients and stakeholders 🤝 Attract new partners, investors, and growth opportunities

A Glimpse at some of the NBFI Categories You Can Enter

The Non-Banking Financial Institution Awards highlight progress across every corner of the sector. A few of this year’s key categories include:

  • Best SME Finance Company / Best Startup Funding Company

  • Best Auto Finance Company

  • Best Agricultural Lending Company

  • Best Islamic Microfinance Company

  • Best Digital Transformation for NBFIs

  • Best Financial Institution for Empowering Women in Business

  • Fastest Growing Online Finance Company

From leasing and lending to fintech and inclusive finance, these awards reflect the growing importance of NBFIs across industries and regions.

👉 See the full list of titles and enter your nomination on the Official Nomination Page

The Difference NBFIs Make

NBFIs are not just supplementing the traditional banking system—they’re reshaping it. By addressing real-world credit gaps and creating access for those underserved by conventional finance, NBFIs are driving meaningful change.

That impact shows up in:

  • A small business owner securing new inventory

  • A farmer accessing working capital for the first time

  • A woman launching her first business

  • A family securing vehicle or home financing

  • A remittance service reaching remote communities

Being named a winner amplifies that impact—highlighting your leadership and commitment to inclusive financial progress.

Recognition That Builds Momentum

Winning a Global Banking & Finance Review Award® helps your institution:

  • Gain visibility in financial and business circles

  • Strengthen client and partner relationships

  • Elevate your brand story through trusted media exposure

  • Join a network of high-performing financial institutions

And the best part? ✔ No entry fees. No hidden costs. Just meaningful recognition.

Submit Your Nomination in Minutes:

  1. Visit the Official Nomination Page

  2. Select the Non-Banking Financial Institution Awards category

  3. Choose the title that best fits your success

  4. Share your story—and take your place on the global stage

About the Global Banking & Finance Review Awards®

Now in their 15th year, the Global Banking & Finance Review Awards® honor leadership and performance across the global financial services industry. From banking , insurance, and asset management to telecom , ESG, and NBFIs, these awards have become a trusted benchmark for the companies shaping the future of finance.

Winners are featured in the Official Awards Winners List, viewed by financial leaders, media, and decision-makers worldwide

Your Impact Deserves Recognition

Whether you’re funding growth, expanding access, or building financial resilience—your work is helping shape the future.

Submit your nomination today for the 2025 Non-Banking Financial Institution Awards and let your story inspire the next wave of progress.

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