The company won in two of the six categories of prizes at this week's (Wed 16/11) Financial Services Federation (FSF) annual awards.

The FSF represents non-bank lenders who have advanced money to 1.7 million New Zealanders.

The federation runs the awards to celebrate excellence and dedication in the sector.

“We started these awards four years ago as we were tired of dodgy lenders hogging the spotlight when there are so many excellent people in this sector who take pride in their work, and take responsible lending seriously,” said the FSF’s Executive Director, Lyn McMorran.

CFS Finance, which specialises in car loans, won in two areas. Angela Jorgensen won in a category that celebrated teamwork, a positive company culture and good customer outcomes. Daniel Alridge, won in a category that celebrated backstage heroes.

Other winners were Mark Wilson of Latitude Financial, Oxford Credit Services, Centrix and Avanti Finance.

Here is the complete list of winners.

Autosure Rising Star

New industry professionals who demonstrate outstanding achievement and commitment to the responsible New Zealand financial services sector.
Finalists: Chris Fifita, DebtManagers; Eona Ikilei, CFS Finance
Winner: Mark Wilson, Latitude Financial

Centrix Workplace Champion

Recognising those backstage heroes in the workplace whose outstanding attitude and support work empowers the organisation to thrive.
Finalists: Irene Craig, CFS Finance; Rebecca Stuart, Avanti Finance
Winner: Daniel Alridge, CFS Finance

Provident Insurance Leadership Award

Celebrating leaders who empower their team, promote good conduct, company culture, and outcomes for customers.
Finalists: Michael Harrison, Avanti Finance; Kieran Stott, DebtManagers
Winner: Angela Jorgensen, CFS Finance

Happy Prime Team Spirit Award

High achieving teams with a fantastic team spirit, who look after each other, and make the workplace a good place to be.
Finalist: DebtManagers Field Agents Team
Winner: Oxford Credit Services

Speirs Finance Innovation Award

FSF member companies that have displayed significant innovation, initiative, and thought leadership to enhance their company's abilities to thrive.
Finalists: Equifax; Lexis Nexis
Winner: Centrix

Equifax Community and Sustainability Award

Celebrates FSF member companies involved in initiatives that have a positive impact on the lives of New Zealanders.

Finalist: Go Car Finance
Winner: Avanti Finance