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Plutus Awards Sponsor Profile: Scottrade

August 25, 2014 by Miranda Marquit Leave a Comment

We are excited to present another sponsor profile, this one from Scottrade, a company that has generous agreed to sponsor the Winner Gift Bags: Whether clients want to manage their own investments, just need help with where to start, or require management solutions, Scottrade can help. Investors and traders can build confidence through portfolio reviews, […]

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Plutus Awards Sponsor Profile: Experian

August 13, 2014 by Miranda Marquit Leave a Comment

One of the great things about FinCon is the ability to network while having fun. This year, we are hosting a Happy Hour after the Plutus Awards and before the FinCon Closing Party. This should be a fun way to relax, and to network with fellow bloggers, journalists, and financial services providers. Putting on a […]

Plutus Awards Sponsor Profile: Fidelity

August 11, 2014 by Miranda Marquit Leave a Comment

Without our great sponsors, the Plutus Awards wouldn’t be possible. This year, we redesigned our web site, and Fidelity made it happen with a generous sponsorship. Not only is this the third year that Fidelity has been involved with FinCon, but it is also the second year that Fidelity has helped sponsor the Plutus Awards. “Fidelity […]

Introducing This Year’s Blogger Panel

August 4, 2014 by Miranda Marquit Leave a Comment

Now that nominations are under way, things are a lot more “real” for the Plutus Awards team. One of the things that makes the Plutus Awards possible, aside from our awesome sponsors, is the Blogger Panel. The Plutus Awards Blogger Panel helps break ties when choosing the finalists, and votes amongst finalists in theawards categories […]

Behind the Scenes at the Plutus Awards: Meet the Team

July 30, 2014 by H. Luke Landes 1 Comment

Every year at FinCon, we present the Plutus Awards to recognize the best of the personal finance blogosphere. Personal finance bloggers recognize their peers for their accomplishments. However, this sort of event doesn’t put itself on. We have a team working behind the scenes to make it happen. Plutus Awards Executive Committee The Executive Committee […]

Get Ready for the 5th Annual Plutus Awards at FinCon14

May 23, 2014 by Miranda Marquit Leave a Comment

We’re gearing up for the 5th Annual Plutus Awards. Each year has brought improvements, and we’re thrilled to be a part of the closing night festivities at FinCon14. We’re looking forward to being even more closely integrated with FinCon — and ready to recognize what’s best about the financial blogging community. There are a number of […]

The Plutus Awards Ceremony

October 29, 2013 by H. Luke Landes 1 Comment

To start off the Financial Blogger Conference weekend, the Plutus Awards ceremony in St. Louis put all conference attendees in the mood for an exciting weekend. Kevin McKee, from Reward Boost andThousandaire created two musical numbers for the event, and for the opening number, he was joined on stage by Ashley Jacobs of WiseBread. After […]

Behind the Scenes at the Plutus Awards

October 8, 2013 by Miranda Marquit 5 Comments

This year marks the fourth year that we have held the Plutus Awards. We’re excited that, thanks in large part to our sponsors, this year’s Plutus Awards ceremony promises to be the best yet. But the Plutus Awards couldn’t happen without the efforts of those who work behind the scenes (and in front of them) […]

Thanks to Our Plutus Awards Sponsors!

August 30, 2013 by Miranda Marquit Leave a Comment

This year, we’re trying to make the Plutus Awards better than ever, and we have some great sponsors to help us make it happen. We’re very excited about the entertainment, including Kevin McKee from Reward Boost and Thousandairereturning as Master of Ceremonies and the after-party planned for The Dubliner, a restaurant not far from the […]

Preparing for the Fourth Annual Plutus Awards

March 22, 2013 by H. Luke Landes Leave a Comment

Plans are under way for the Fourth Annual Plutus Awards. Over the course of the next few months, the Planning Committee and I will provide more information about this year’s awards and the ceremony. We do have some exciting news to share at this early stage: The Fourth Annual Plutus Awards Ceremony will be held […]