Century Group proudly sponsored the 19th annual Orange County Business Journal’s CFO of the Year Awards, an event recognizing area Chief Financial Officers who exemplify outstanding leadership and corporate stewardship. More than 500 financial professionals and guests gathered at Marriott Irvine on Tuesday, Mar. 12, representing the local financial talent making notable strides within the software, technology manufacturing, genetic testing, medical device distribution and non-profit industries.
A total of 76 nominees were considered for five prestigious honors: Outstanding CFO of a Public Company, Outstanding CFO of a Private Company, Outstanding CFO of a Not-for-Profit Organization, Rising Star, and Lifetime Achievement. Honorees were selected based on their leadership impact, contributions to organizational success, and overall advancement of the finance profession.
, a member of our team and jury participant at the OC CFO of the Year Awards, shared:
"Sitting on the OCBJ CFO of the Year judging panel gives us a unique glimpse into the tireless work finance leaders put into their respective organizations. This evening sheds a spotlight on a profession that doesn’t always receive the recognition it deserves, and how these leaders contribute to Orange County’s vibrant business community. We congratulate everyone who was nominated as well as the winners last evening, and we are proud to contribute to this evening as Platinum Sponsors."
The Awardees
Congratulations to the night’s winners:
- Jim Watkins at Boot Barn (Public Company)
- Anna Ricardo at MeriCal, LLC (Private Company)
- Larry Gwilt at OC Rescue Mission (Non-profit)
- Kate Nguyen at Montrose Environmental Group, Inc. (Rising Star)
- Ann Fong at Z Supply (Lifetime Achievement)
