Inc.'s Founder-Friendly Investors is a published list of founder-friendly private equity firms and founder-friendly venture capital firms in America. Inc. Business Media will include additional categories specific to private equity and venture capital in the application. All firms that Inc. Business Media determines to be founder-friendly will make the list and appear on Inc.com.
Here are a few reasons to consider submitting an application:
• National Recognition: Business owners across the U.S. will know that your firm helps founder-led companies accelerate growth and create value.
• Visibility and Media Exposure: You’ll have your own firm’s listing on Inc.com.
• Seal of Approval: Inc.'s highly respected distinction will confirm your impressive track record of helping entrepreneurs.
Ready to apply? Click here today!
Early-Rate Deadline: May 16, 2025 (Fee: $1295)
Application Deadline: June 20, 2025 (Fee: $1795)
The deadline to complete founder references is June 27, 2025 at 11:59 p.m. PT.
Have any questions or concerns? Email us at founderfriendly@inc.com.