Forward Financing Wins Gold and Bronze Stevie® Awards for Management and Corporate Social Responsibility
April 23, 2026 | Company News
April 23, 2026 – Forward Financing was named the winner of a Gold Stevie® Award in Achievement in Management and a Bronze Stevie® Award for Achievement in Corporate Social Responsibility. This double recognition highlights the company’s ability to balance rapid operational growth with a deeply rooted commitment to community support.
The 24th annual American Business Awards are the US’s premier business awards program. All organizations operating in the US are eligible to submit nominations – public and private, for-profit and non-profit, large and small.
More than 3,600 nominations from organizations across every industry were considered this year. While this milestone marks the sixth consecutive year that Forward has been recognized by the American Business Awards, this year represents the first time Forward has earned the award for Achievement in Management.
The inaugural Management honor acknowledges the strategic growth and operational evolution of Forward’s Leadership Team over the past two years. During this period, the organization successfully expanded its global talent pool across the United States, Canada, and the Dominican Republic, strengthening its international presence and diversifying its expertise. This growth enabled the company to modernize its core technology infrastructure and automate key components of the funding journey, ensuring that small business owners receive faster and more seamless support as the company continues to scale.
Alongside these leadership honors, Forward was recognized for Achievement in Corporate Social Responsibility. This award acknowledges the company’s dedication to supporting the small business ecosystem through intentional giving and community partnership. A core component of this work is a long-standing collaboration with the Initiative for a Competitive Inner City (ICIC) to provide executive education for minority entrepreneurs. Additionally, the company fosters a culture of service through an employee-led philanthropy program that matches team member donations to nonprofits, ensuring that social responsibility remains a central part of the company culture.
“I’m incredibly proud of what our global team has built together,” said Jason Mullins, President and CEO of Forward. “Our Leadership Team has been relentless in pairing ambitious growth with a real commitment to our customers and communities. These awards reflect a shared belief that we can push beyond the status quo and expand what’s possible for small businesses.”
“Organizations across the United States continue to set a high standard for innovation and performance,” said Stevie Awards President Maggie Miller. “The breadth and quality of nominations submitted to the 2026 American Business Awards reflect a dynamic and competitive business environment, where organizations are finding new ways to drive growth, deliver value, and make an impact. We congratulate all of this year’s Stevie Award winners and look forward to celebrating their accomplishments at our June 9 awards ceremony in New York.”
Details about the American Business Awards and the list of 2026 Stevie winners are available at
www.ABA.StevieAwards.com.
About Forward Financing
Forward Financing is a fintech company based in Boston, Massachusetts with team members throughout the United States, Dominican Republic, and Canada. The company is on a mission to unlock the capital that fuels small businesses across America. Whether facing challenges accessing traditional financing or simply needing a convenient, flexible solution, Forward is committed to funding more of the millions of small businesses nationwide. By simplifying the requirements, streamlining the process, and using advanced proprietary technology, Forward is often able to deliver funds same day — giving more businesses the financial opportunity they need to thrive. Plus, with their dedicated teams and award-winning service, customers get personalized support when they need it most.
Since 2012, Forward has expanded access to capital by providing over $4.8 billion in funding to nearly 92,000 small businesses. The company is A+ rated by the Better Business Bureau with an Excellent / 4.7 stars rating on Trustpilot.com. Recognized as a Best Place to Work by Built In Boston and certified as a Great Place To Work®, Forward is dedicated to empowering both its team and the customers they serve, helping them succeed and thrive.