We are beyond excited to share incredible news! Wallester has secured the first place in Estonia’s startup rankings at the Äripäev TOP100 Gala. The awards ceremony took place on November 21 at Tallinn Seaplane Harbour museum.
Wallester was represented at the event by Fred Sooläte (Chief Compliance Officer) and Aivar Paul (Chief AML Officer).
Äripäev TOP100 Gala is known for its thorough evaluation of companies using specific financial and operational benchmarks. The criteria include metrics like revenue/turnover size, amount of profit before taxes, added value per employee, and workforce size.
The gala includes several other award categories that recognize different aspects of business success:
- “Estonia’s Most Successful” recognizes top-performing companies across the country.
- “Most Successful Companies by County” celebrates businesses that excel locally, creating value and contributing to their regions.
- “Green Company of the Year”, in collaboration with Rohetiiger, highlights environmentally responsible enterprises.
☝️How we got here
Our success isn’t by accident. We have always believed in staying close to our customers and keeping our finger on the pulse of market changes. Wallester delivers practical solutions that solve real business challenges, not just impressive technology.
This year was really tough. Between economic ups and downs and changing regulations, we had to be quick on our feet. But that’s exactly what we did. We listened to our clients, tightened up our internal processes, and kept pushing forward.
Wallester has always been about practical innovation. We create financial products that solve real problems for businesses, and we are not afraid to adapt when things get problematic. This award is proof of our team’s relentless drive and skills.
🎤 Extending our reach
Wallester’s recognition is not limited to the awards stage. Our Chief AML Officer, Aivar Paul, recently gave an interview to Äripäev Radio. Aivar discussed Wallester’s growth strategies and plans to attract the right investors to scale further. This insightful discussion shed light on the principles that have shaped our journey, resonating with aspiring entrepreneurs and industry professionals.
✨ Behind the scenes of success
Winning first place at the Äripäev TOP100 Gala is a result of our incredible teamwork and dedication of every Wallester employee. From our developers to customer support, every department contributes to the experience we offer. This synergy within our team is what allows us to maintain agility and quickly adapt to market conditions.
👉 Looking ahead
Our gratitude extends to everyone who has supported us throughout this journey. This first-place finish marks a significant milestone, not the end of our path. Our team is already looking ahead, setting ambitious goals and imagining the next big strategic moves.
We are also actively exploring opportunities to expand our reach beyond Estonia, bringing our solutions to a broader audience and establishing Wallester as a global fintech leader. The journey ahead is filled with challenges, but we welcome them with the same determination that brought us to this achievement.