For nearly two decades, The Card & Payment Awards has been the industry’s benchmark for excellence—recognising the very best in innovation, customer experience, product design, and leadership across financial services, banking, fintech, and the wider payments ecosystem. Since its inception, the Awards have evolved from a specialist celebration of card and payment advancements into a globally respected quality mark. Today, our trophies are trusted by leading banks, fintech disruptors, payment processors, issuers, acquirers, merchants, and technology providers.

Many of the world’s most influential payment brands have been honoured on our stage—and have leveraged this recognition as a symbol of credibility, innovation, and industry leadership. Now, we are proud to extend that same independence, prestige, and global visibility to the United States. The US represents the world’s most dynamic and competitive payments market—home to the largest global players, the fastest-scaling fintechs, and some of the most transformative customer experiences. Launching The Card & Payment Awards America is the natural progression in our international growth, offering a dedicated platform that celebrates excellence within this powerhouse ecosystem.

With the same rigorous judging, impartiality, and industry-leading standards that define our UK and Middle East Awards, TCPA America will shine a spotlight on the innovations shaping the future of payments across the United States.