ThinkAdvisor is accepting nominations for our 2026 Luminaries Awards. The sixth annual awards will highlight excellence in financial services and shine a spotlight on outstanding accomplishments from both individuals and organizations in the industry.
New Luminaries awards will be given specifically for AI Innovation & Impact at a wide variety of firms — from asset managers, broker-dealers and RIAs to financial technology (or fintech) companies. In the broader award category for Product or Service Innovation, firms can also nominate themselves for breakthroughs in technology — including artificial intelligence — and other areas, such as new exchange-traded funds and advisor affiliation programs.
This year, we're also presenting new awards for achievement in marketing and public relations for digital marketing campaigns, educational programs and general public relations campaigns.
Nominations for ThinkAdvisor's 2026 Luminaries Awards will close June 26, and finalists will be announced Sept. 3. A panel of independent judges made up of distinguished industry professionals will select the winners, who will be recognized at an awards ceremony Dec. 3 at the New York Hilton Midtown.
This year's Luminaries Awards include honors for both individuals and firms in the following areas:
2026 INDIVIDUAL AWARD CATEGORIES
- AI Innovation & Impact
- CEO, CTO, CMO and Chief Investment Officer of the Year
- Luminaries With Heart
- M&A Leaders at RIA Firms
- Next-Gen Rising Stars
- Thought Leadership
- Wholesaler of the Year
- AI Innovation & Impact
- Excellence in Marketing/PR
- Product or Service Innovation
- Thought Leadership and Education
For more information about the 2026 Luminaries Awards or to submit a nomination, visit the event site.
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