What is the application process?

1. Complete your short application here by filling in basic information about your firm and selecting the categories you'd like to apply for.
2. Provide founder references. Inc. will reach out to the founder(s) of one or more of the portfolio companies you've provided in your application and ask a series of questions about their experience in partnering with your firm.
3. Watch for our announcement. The list goes live in mid-September 2022 and will be featured in the October 2022 print issue of Inc. Magazine. All applicants will be notified of their status in September before the list is released to the general public.

This program is now closed. Applications for next year will be available in early Summer 2023. 

Have any questions or concerns? Email us at founderfriendly@inc.com.