Fifth Third Bank Awards and Recognition
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Sustainability
Fifth Third is committed to being a top quartile leader in Sustainability performance and reporting. The Bank is committed to excellence in Sustainability matters.
Ethisphere’s World’s Most Ethical Companies (2023, 2022, 2021, 2019)
Fifth Third Bank was recognized by the Ethisphere® Institute, a global leader in defining and advancing the standards of ethical business practices, as one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies® in 2023, 2022, 2021 and 2019, one of only five banks recognized.
Newsweek’s America’s Most Responsible Companies (2024, 2023, 2022, 2021, 2020)
Fifth Third was recognized by Newsweek on its ranking of America’s Most Responsible Companies.
CDP Climate Leadership Score of A- (2021, 2020, 2019)
Fifth Third ranks in the leadership band of corporations for its climate performance.
Wealth For Good Award (2023, 2022)
Fifth Third Private Bank was recognized by Wealth Briefing in the Private Banks: Best Bank Sustainability Communication Strategy for the Americas region in 2022 and 2023. In 2023, Fifth Third Private Bank also received Best Bank for ESG Thought Leadership for the Americas.
JUST 100: America’s Most Just Companies (2023)
In 2023, Fifth Third Bank ranked in the Top 25 of the marquee JUST 100 earning placement at #23 on the list.
MarCom Platinum Award (2023, 2022, 2021, 2020)
Fifth Third’s 2022, 2021, 2020 and 2019 Sustainability Report earned the highest-possible Platinum recognition for "reports."
Corporation of the Year (2022, 2021)
Fifth Third was recognized by the National Minority Supplier Development Council.
Top 25 Solar Means Business Report Ranking (2022)
Fifth Third was listed among the top 25 corporate users of solar energy in this report from the Solar Energy Industries Association.
3BL Media Responsible CEO of the Year for Community Impact (2021)
Fifth Third Bank Chairman and CEO Greg D. Carmichael awarded for innovative leadership in delivering on Sustainability commitments.
Women on Boards’ Winning “W” Company (2020)
Fifth Third was recognized for achieving 20% female diversity on its Board of Directors.
Innovation
Fifth Third is constantly focused on driving innovation to deliver a new level of banking services.
Forbes Best Brands for Customer Service (2024)
The Bank was named to the inaugural list of the Best Brands for Customer Service based on its service in the form of speed, problem-solving acumen and top-notch people skills.
The Banker's U.S. Bank of the Year (2023)
The annual award recognizes industry-wide excellence within the global banking community. Fifth Third was honored for its performance, innovation and customer service.
The Most Powerful Teams in Banking – Fifth Third Bank Wealth and Asset Management (2023)
Fifth Third Bank’s Wealth and Asset Management team, led by Executive Vice President, Group Regional President and Head, Wealth and Asset Management, Kris Garrett was named as one of American Banker’s Most Powerful Teams in Banking.
American Banker: The Most Powerful Women in Banking (2023, 2022, 2021, 2020, 2019)
Executive Vice President, Chief Marketing Officer and Head of Marketing and Design Melissa Stevens was named to American Banker’s Most Powerful Women in Banking list, which recognizes high-achieving women in the financial services industry.
American Banker: The Most Powerful Women in Banking (2023)
Executive Vice President, Head of Commercial Payments and Treasury Management Bridgit Chayt was named to American Banker’s Most Powerful Women in Banking list, which recognizes high-achieving women in the financial services industry.
American Banker: The Most Powerful Women in Banking (2022)
Executive Vice President and Chief Human Resources Officer Nancy Pinckney was named to American Banker’s Most Powerful Women in Banking: Women to Watch list, which recognizes high-achieving women in the financial services industry.
Fortune: America’s Most Innovative Companies (2023)
Fifth Third Bank was named to Fortune’s list of Most Innovative Companies. Fifth Third was first bank in the U.S. to establish an online network of ATMs in 1977 and continues to innovate today.
Bank Director’s Ranking Banking – The Best Banks (2022)
Fifth Third was recognized as one of the top national banks.
Bank Director’s Ranking Banking – Most Innovative Banks (2022)
Fifth Third was recognized as one of the most innovative banks.
Global Private Banking Innovation Awards (2023, 2022, 2021)
Fifth Third’s Private Bank was awarded Best Private Bank for High Net Worth Clients in 2023 and 2022. In 2022, the Private Bank was awarded for Excellence in Client Onboarding and Best Trust Services by a Private Bank and Best Private Bank – Digitally Empowering Relationship Managers. Additionally, the Private Bank was Highly Acclaimed for Client Experience, Best Account Opening and Onboarding Services, Best Private Bank for Succession Planning and Outstanding Private Banks for Growth Strategy.
Global Finance (2024)
Fifth Third’s Private Bank was recognized as the Best Private Bank for Entrepreneurs.
Global Finance (2024, 2023, 2022, 2021, 2020)
Fifth Third’s Private Bank was recognized with the Best Private Bank Award.
The Digital Banker: Digital CX Awards (2022)
Awarded for customer experience, Fifth Third received top honors for Outstanding Implementation of Digital CX Initiative by a Team – USA.
Resilience Awards (2020)
Fifth Third was named the Most Resilient Traditional Financial Institution by Tearsheet for customer support efforts through the COVID-19 pandemic.
Information Age Women in IT Awards USA (2020)
Chief Digital Officer and Head of Marketing Design and Innovation Melissa Stevens named Digital Leader of the Year.
Workplace
Inclusive workplace helps create a culture in which all can flourish and excel.
Fortune’s World’s Most Admired Companies (2024)
Fifth Third was recognized for the first time as a company that delivers strong returns for long-term investors, delivers innovations to empower customers, is a vested partner in the community and creates a culture of connection for its employees.
TIME’s World’s Best Companies (2023)
TIME and Statista Inc. recognized Fifth Third Bank as a top company based on three primary dimensions including Employee Satisfaction, Revenue Growth and Sustainability. A comprehensive analysis was conducted to identify the top performing companies across the globe.
Forbes’ Best Employers for Diversity (2023, 2022, 2021, 2019)
Fifth Third was recognized for the fourth year in this ranking of America’s best employers for diversity. Employers that made the final list received the most recommendations, boast the most diverse boards and executive ranks and the most proactive diversity and inclusion initiatives.
Human Rights Campaign Foundation Corporate Equality Index (2023, 2022, 2021, 2020, 2019)
The Human Rights Campaign's Corporate Equality Index is the national benchmarking tool on corporate policies and practices pertinent to lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender employees. Fifth Third Bank earned a perfect score of 100 percent and the distinction of Best Places to Work for LGBT Equality.
Bloomberg Gender Equality Index (2022, 2020, 2019)
Fifth Third was recognized for the second consecutive year on the Bloomberg Gender Equality Index, which distinguishes companies committed to transparency in gender reporting and to advancing women’s equality.
Forbes’ America’s Best Large Employers (2022, 2021)
Fifth Third was recognized in this ranking of America’s best large employers (more than 5,000 employees).
Disability Equality Index (2022, 2021, 2020)
In its third year of completing the Disability Equality Index, Fifth Third earned a score of 100 out of 100. The index is a benchmarking tool that offers U.S. businesses the opportunity to report on their disability inclusion policies and practices.
Energage National Top Workplace – Financial Services (2022)
Fifth Third Bank was awarded a Top Workplaces in financial services honor by Energage. The award is based solely on employee feedback.
Diversability Best of the Best (2021)
Fifth Third was named a top disability-friendly company.
Dave Thomas Foundation for Adoption 100 Best Adoption—Friendly Workplaces (2021, 2020, 2019)
Fifth Third was recognized on the annual list of adoption-friendly workplaces, a signature program from the Dave Thomas Foundation for Adoption.
Diversity Best Practices Inclusion Index (2020, 2019, 2018)
Fifth Third recognized for the third consecutive year on the Diversity Best Practices Index for creating an inclusive workplace. Fifth Third was among 80 organizations nationally to earn the honor.
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