DALLAS - TelAve -- Summit Financial Group, Inc. was honored Saturday, May 2 with the Corporate Innovation Award at the Spring Social Impact Awards, hosted by Social Venture Partners (SVP) Dallas at Hotel ZaZa in Dallas. The annual event convenes civic leaders, philanthropists, and nonprofit changemakers to celebrate the people and organizations shaping the future of North Texas.

The Corporate Innovation Award recognizes companies that bring fresh thinking to how business and community intersect, creating models that extend impact beyond traditional corporate philanthropy.

Dale Young, Chairman and CEO of Summit Financial Group, accepted the award on behalf of the firm, which also served as the Season Sponsor of this year's event.

"SVP Dallas sees innovation the way we see it, as a willingness to connect a person's success to a person's purpose," said Young.

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SVP Dallas created the Corporate Innovation Award to spotlight businesses that challenge conventional models of giving and engagement. Honorees are selected for the originality, rigor, and measurable impact of their work in the community.

"We are grateful for years of generous support from Summit Financial Group highlighting social impact in North Texas, and we are proud to honor their thoughtful leadership," said Catherine Cuellar, Chief Executive Officer of SVP Dallas.

The Spring Social Impact Awards is SVP Dallas's signature annual celebration, honoring nonprofits, partners, and leaders driving measurable change across North Texas. Support from sponsors like Summit Financial Group helps SVP Dallas expand the capacity-building programs, partner investments, and community programming it delivers throughout the year.

About Summit Financial Group, Inc.

For over 35 years, Summit Financial Group, Inc. has helped families and businesses align their financial lives with what matters most to them. The firm offers tailored solutions in Risk Management, Employee Benefits, Insurance, Retirement Plans, Wealth Management, and Medicare, working alongside clients to protect what they have built and pursue what they value. Learn more at yoursummit.com.

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About Social Venture Partners Dallas

Social Venture Partners Dallas catalyzes professionals, changemakers, and donors committed to building nonprofit capacity that advances social impact in underserved North Texas communities. SVP Dallas is the third-oldest (Social Venture Partners International) SVPI chapter in the world and the largest in the United States. Partners range from wealth managers, C-level executives and family foundation directors to early career professionals exploring their giving potential.

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