The Fintech Leadership Award is given to an individual who has shown outstanding leadership in the field of financial technology.

This award recognizes significant contributions in developing innovative fintech products, devices, or processes, as well as a commitment to promoting women in STEM.

Madhura Damle, a specialist in business intelligence at Lordstown Motors Corporation, has always enjoyed creating practical solutions with limited resources.

During her college years, she developed a project that digitized attendance and grading records.

Her expertise led to her current position at Lordstown Motors Corp. as a purchasing project manager.

She continues to develop complex financial models and create elegant solutions with exceptional attention to detail.

She played a crucial role in launching electric vehicles while also striving to pave the way for underrepresented groups in STEM.

Madhura is a leader in computer science and supply management, and she has elevated tinkering to an art form.

During her acceptance speech, she stated, "I was fortunate enough to grow up in India with a supportive family who taught me invaluable finance and business management lessons. Their encouragement led me to pursue higher education and develop a successful career here in the U.S."

Madhura began her career as the only female software developer in her team in India. Now, she leads successful financial and business intelligence projects with diverse teams where over half the members are women.