ATLANTA, June 2, 2025 – York Public Relations, the nation’s fastest-growing fintech PR and marketing firm, is proud to announce that Chief Revenue Officer Kelly Williams has been named a winner of the 2025 Trailblazers Award by PROGRESS in Lending. The annual recognition program honors top sales, marketing, and public relations executives who are making the biggest impact in financial services.
Williams was selected for his exceptional leadership in driving York Public Relations’ revenue growth initiatives. Since joining the firm, the agency continues to see record-breaking growth, onboarding new clients each month and sustaining record client retention rates.
With more than three decades of experience in mortgage and fintech sales and business development, Williams leverages his extensive industry knowledge to identify new market opportunities and enhance client relationships. He has also spearheaded several strategic partnerships for the firm, providing exceptional value for fintech and financial institution clients.
“Kelly’s knowledge and vision have been instrumental in growing our company and meeting the evolving needs of our industry,” said Mary York, Founder and CEO of York Public Relations. “His proven track record in driving business growth, combined with his deep understanding of the financial services industry, makes him an invaluable leader for our organization.”
Since Williams joined the York Public Relations team, the agency has experienced record-breaking growth, partnering with more than 50 fintechs and financial institutions to increase brand awareness and lead generation. As York Public Relations celebrates its fifth year in business, the company continues to expand at an unprecedented pace under Williams’ leadership.
“I’m honored to receive this recognition from PROGRESS in Lending,” Williams said. “This award reflects not just my personal efforts, but the incredible team we’ve built at York Public Relations and the trust our clients place in us. The financial services industry is experiencing unprecedented innovation and transformation, and I’m incredibly optimistic about the opportunities ahead. As technology continues to reshape how consumers interact with financial products, the need for strategic communications and authentic storytelling has never been greater. We’re privileged to help our clients navigate this exciting landscape and connect with their audiences in meaningful ways.”
The PROGRESS In Lending Trailblazers Award recognizes that educated and engaged sales and marketing professionals are critical to success in today’s financial services environment. Research from the University of Pennsylvania shows that more than 50% of buyers still seek advice when making a purchase, and knowledgeable sales associates bring in 69% more revenue on average.
About York Public Relations
York Public Relations is the nation’s leading public relations and marketing firm dedicated exclusively to financial institutions and fintechs. The firm offers Public Relations, Media Relations, Social Media Marketing, Content Marketing, Creative Marketing and Crisis Communication services. Total funding of its client base exceeds $2 billion and represents over 8,500 financial institutions. For more information, please visit www.yorkpublicrelations.com. For information regarding services, please contact us at info@yorkpublicrelations.com.