Thank You to Our Gift Sponsors!

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Last weekend, the Plutus Awards were presented at FinCon in New Orleans. We had a great time, and we had our most diverse group of winners. Each of the winners received a trophy, and a gift bag.

Plutus Bags

While the gift bags were sponsored by Scottrade, they were filled with gifts from other companies. These companies offer some cool gifts for the attendees, and we are grateful to them. Here are this years gift sponsors:

  • Quizzle: Chromecast
  • Vanguard: Coffee mug and coffee
  • H&R Block: Kansas City BBQ rub, wrist band with flash drive, playing cards
  • Kapitall: T-shirt
  • Betterment: T-shirt
  • Ally: Power brick
  • Bankrate Insurance: Power brick
  • WordPress: Buttons and sunglasses
  • Broken Eggs: Megaphone and film

This is a great chance to provide something awesome to some of the most influential bloggers in the personal finance space.

Thanks to all the gift sponsors!

Thank You to Our Plutus Awards Volunteers!

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There’s a lot that goes on behind the scenes at the Plutus Awards. We have a great team put together, and our Blogger Panel makes tough decisions.

However, with another Plutus Awards completed we want to acknowledge the hard work that goes on during the ceremony to make this even happen. We’d like to thank our volunteers who give their time and effort to help us make the Plutus Awards the great production that it is:

Host and Emcee: Ashley Jacobs

Entertainment: Matt Giovanisci

Audio/Visual: Justin Bufkin, Mike Delgado

Presenters: Stephanie Halligan, Stephanie Cameron, Eric Rosenberg, Wending Poling, J.D. Roth, Martin Dasko, Luke Landes, Scott Halliwell, Donna Freedman, Abby Freedman Perry, Kay Bell, Kylie Ofiu, David Weliver, Tom Drake, Jeff Rose

Stage Manager: Miranda Marquit

Assistant State Manager: Mel

Trophy Master: Paula Pant

Swag Master: Crystal Stemberger

Swag Assistants: Ashley Barnett, Joe TaxPayer

Live Tweeting: Sofia

Live Facebook: Rebecca Stapler

Stage Hands: Jacobe Wade, Shannyn Allen

Ushers: Maria Nedeva, Robert Farrington, Michelle Schroeder, Lance Cothern

Assistants/Runners: Joshua Sheets, Bryan

Photographer: Kevin

Floaters: Jim Wang, Glen Craig

Happy Hour Drink Tickets: Athena Lent, Jana Lynch, Mark Greutman, Lauren Greutman

Plutus Awards Sponsor Profile: USAA

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One of the companies known for its ease of use and friendliness is USAA.

The company has long been a pioneer in consumer-centric financial products and services. We are pleased that USAA is our headlining sponsor this year for the Plutus Awards.

It’s been an exciting season so far, and there are only a few more days left until we present the Plutus Awards live in New Orleans to help close out FinCon14. Hope to see you there!

More About USAA:

USAA provides insurance, banking, investments, retirement products and advice to 10.3 million current and former members of the U.S. military and their families. Known for its legendary commitment to its members, USAAis consistently recognized for outstanding service, employee well-being and financial strength. USAA membership is open to all who are serving or have honorably served our nation in the U.S. military – and their eligible family members. Founded in 1922, USAA is headquartered in San Antonio. For more information about USAA, follow us on Facebook or Twitter (@USAA), or visit usaa.com.

Get Ready for the Fifth Annual Plutus Awards by Watching “Can’t Get Enough”

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One of my favorite things about watching the Plutus Awards live is the excitement of the parody song. This year, though, our emcee, Ashley Jacobs from Wise Bread, has done something a little different. She’s working with Matt Giovanisci of Listen Money Matters to put together an entertaining show.

But instead of simply performing the song, Ashley and Matt are looking for audience participation. That’s right, you can be a part of the show by learning the #Plutus14 version of “Can’t Get Enough.”

Luckily, below, is a handy music video, put together by Matt, to help you on your way. Watch for cameos from bloggers you know, learn the words, and get ready for a great show at the Plutus Awards, live at FinCon in New Orleans on September 20, 2014.