Inc. 5000
- Where can I apply to the 2021 Inc. 5000?
- What is the Inc. 5000?
- Why should my company apply?
- When is the deadline to apply?
- Is there a fee to apply for the Inc. 5000?
- What is the difference between the Inc. 500 and the Inc. 5000?
- How are companies ranked on the Inc. 5000 list?
- Will my revenues be published?
- How are the 2021 Inc. 5000 companies selected?
- How can I share my company's growth with the public?
- How can I purchase the Inc. logo and/or plaques?
- I received a solicitation from an unrecognized vendor, is it legitimate?
Eligibility
- What are the eligibility criteria for the Inc. 5000?
- Does my company have to be profitable to be eligible?
- My company's revenue declined in 2017 or 2020. Does that disqualify my business or make It unwise to apply?
- My company is public - can I apply?
- What if my company was a partnership in 2017 and is now a corporation?
Application Process
- What is the Application Process?
- Does Inc. require me to document the revenue figure I supply in my application?
- Will recognition on the Inc. 5000 reveal information about my company to my competitors?
- My firm represents several clients that may be eligible. May I submit applications on behalf of more than one client?
- I'm not sure whether I want my company to be on the Inc. 5000. Can I apply now and withdraw my application later?