Application Facts

  1. Take the time to tell your story, draft, and proofread your entries offline before entering them into our online application. You can download a PDF of the entry form here. Ready to apply? Go here.
     
  2. Focus on innovations with impact during the entry period, from September 2016 to September 2017. The application deadline is 9/14/17 11:59 PM PST.
     
  3. Winners are selected by the editors of Fast Company. Entries will remain confidential and will not be shared with third parties. 
     
  4. For some inspiration, you can see coverage of last year’s 150 winners here and a sample application here.
     
  5. Category selection is for general guidance. Our editors may choose a different category if the entry wins. Categories are subject to change as per editorial discretion. 
     
  6. The entry fee is $400 until 8/31/17, $750 thereafter. The fee is collected when the entry is submitted online. All major credit cards are accepted. Billing is available upon request for firms entering multiple nominations. 
     
  7. This is an international awards program, open to companies from around the world. We do request that entries are submitted in English. 
     
  8. Fast Company editors may follow up with you during the vetting process. This is not an indication of selection. Honorees will be notifies on or before the week of 2/12/2018. 
     
  9. If you have any questions—we are happy to help. Just email us at micapplications@fastcompany.com