RISE Announces 2025 Innovator of the Year Finalists

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

[Dania Beach, FL, March 27, 2025]  – RISE is proud to announce the 2025 finalists for the Innovator of the Year award, recognizing individuals that have pioneered transformative solutions, setting new standards for the industry. The finalists for the Innovator of the Year award are:

• Anna Pray Holzapfel – Innovation Manager, Grange Insurance Company
• Denise Tyson – Chief Executive Officer, Schaefer City Technologies
• Jonathan Graves – Director, Field, Tower Hill Insurance Group
• Vidur Nayyar – McKinsey alum, stealth mode

Each of these finalists has made significant contributions to advancing innovation in insurance, whether through groundbreaking strategies, pioneering technologies, or transformative projects. Their visionary leadership and dedication to driving positive change have had a profound impact on the industry as a whole.

The winner of the Innovator of the Year award will be announced at the 2025 RISE Awards Gala on June 16-18h in Fort Lauderdale, FL. This prestigious event celebrates excellence in the insurance sector and honors individuals who have made significant contributions to the industry.

For more information about the 2025 RISE Awards Gala and to reserve your ticket, visit the event site

About RISE:

RISE® is an insurance community committed to empowering early-career professionals, attracting new talent, offering networking opportunities, and providing access to invaluable resources.

For more information about RISE and our initiatives, visit RISEprofessionals.com

Contact:

Tori Snoddy | Director of Operations

tsnoddy@riseprofessionals.com