
The Chairman’s Award is bestowed in recognition of individuals who are true ambassadors of Cedar Gate’s values.
The 2024 award winners show they have internalized these values by consistently demonstrating exceptional dedication to both their work and our important mission. They drive innovation, display outstanding leadership qualities, and make substantial contributions that positively impact our organization both internally and externally.
Our first annual Chairman’s Award winners are essential to Cedar Gate’s continued success. We are excited to congratulate each one and highlight their achievements.

Virender Asija
VP OF ENGINEERING PAYMENT TECHNOLOGY
Achievement Highlights:
Crucial technical role for tech stack




Jennifer Bamrick
SENIOR DIRECTOR, ENTERPRISE CLIENT DELIVERY
Achievement Highlights:
Navigated challenging implementations



Jessica Blanton
VP, PROPOSAL DEVELOPMENT
Achievement Highlights:
Streamlined proposal process to centralized process



Pankaj KC
NETWORK OPERATIONS MANAGER
Achievement Highlights:
Led modernization efforts



Tabitha King
VP, CLIENT PERFORMANCE
Achievement Highlights:
Revolutionized client relationship management



Sarah Kromidas
SR. DIRECTOR, BRAND MARKETING
Achievement Highlights:
Created and oversees entire brand for the business


Steve Kupsky
VP, LEARNING & DEVLEOPMENT
Achievement Highlights:
Personally conducted 285 hours of demonstrations



Zachary Lesser
DIRECTOR, PRODUCT MANAGEMENT & BI ARCHITECT
Achievement Highlights:
Dedication supporting critical implementations



Srijana Parajuli
PLATFORM ENGINEERING MANAGER
Achievement Highlights:
Established change control process and metrics



Shirshak Rizal
PRODUCT OWNER
Achievement Highlights:
Creative solutions during development of specific features



Cecilia Stephens
VP, COUNSEL
Achievement Highlights:
Oversight of all client contracts



Ashay Thakur
VP, ENTERPRISE DATA STRATEGY
Achievement Highlights:
Influenced data strategy, management, analytics approach



Erica Tibbetts
SENIOR FINANCE MANAGER
Achievement Highlights:
Pioneered processes to streamline revenue forecasting



Thank you to this years winners.
We look forward to the next class of 2025 winners.