ATMIA Announces Award Winners at 2026 US Conference

At ATMIA’s Annual U.S. Conference, held this week in Arlington, Texas, the association recognized outstanding individuals and organizations for their exceptional contributions to the ATM industry throughout 2025 and beyond. The conference theme, The Super ATM: Facilitating Market Convergence, set the stage for celebrating innovation, leadership, and long-standing service across the industry.

The Mike Lee Lifetime Achievement Award, which honors the legacy and dedication of former ATMIA CEO Mike Lee, was presented to Mary Pifer, Vice President of Marketing at 3Si, in recognition of her sustained service and impact on the ATM industry and ATMIA.

In addition, 2025 Outstanding Service Awards were presented to:

• Sal and Stephanie Salpietro, ATM UP

• BodegAi Point of Sale

• Brinks Incorporated

Sam Ditzion, President & CEO of Tremont Capital Group, Inc., received an Exceptional Achievement Award in recognition of his 23 years of exemplary service to ATMIA.

“The ATM Industry Association extends its warmest congratulations to all the outstanding recipients of the 2025 ATMIA Awards,” said Lonnie C. Talbert, CEO of ATMIA. “Your remarkable dedication and innovative approaches have made a significant impact on the evolution of the ATM industry. We sincerely appreciate your unwavering support and tireless efforts throughout the years, and we are excited to celebrate your continued achievements.”

The Peter Kulik Innovation Award was awarded to:

• Netop for Netop Remote Access

• NCR Atleos for AI-Powered Resolution Intelligence

ATMIA also presented the seventh annual ATMmy International ATM Industry Marketing Awards, recognizing excellence across multiple categories:

Content Category

• 1st Place: Auriga – ATM Malware Guide (not pictured)

• 2nd Place: Diebold Nixdorf – DN Series: Built to Connect Brochure

• 3rd Place: NCR Atleos – CONNECT: Building a Culture of Innovation Periodical

Digital Category

• 1st Place: Cash Depot – Turn Your Store Into More: BANK IN A BOX Jingle

• 2nd Place: Euronet Worldwide – Mascot Collage

• 3rd Place: FCTI, Inc. – National Center for Missing & Exploited Children Digital Topper Display

Video Category

• 1st Place: NCR Atleos – Maximize Availability with NCR Atleos ATM Service

• 2nd Place: Cook Solutions Group – Who Is Cook Solutions Group?

• 3rd Place: Cash Depot – 90 Seconds to Drive Foot Traffic, Earn Revenue, and Better Cash Management

Cash Category

• 1st Place: Euronet Worldwide – Seasonal Social Media Cash Promotion

• 2nd Place: CMS Analytics – Life After the Penny

• 3rd Place: Fexco Merchant Services Limited – The Travel Boom Will Affect Your ATM Network

Some award recipients were not present at the ceremony, and in certain cases, awards were accepted on their behalf.

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