Each year, Fast Company’s Most Innovative Companies list celebrates the organizations redefining what’s possible. With more than 50 categories open to public and private companies of every size and industry, this global program honors bold thinking and real progress.

You can find answers to most questions about our Most Innovative Companies program here, but we’ve outlined a few important details and new updates for this year below.

• We’ll name more than 600 honorees in 59 categories this year. Companies may enter multiple categories, increasing the odds of being named to a list.
• Every entry will be seen and evaluated by Fast Company’s editorial staff. Each category will be evaluated individually, often by different editors, exposing your company to more of our staff.
• All honorees will be featured in Fast Company’s Spring 2026 issue as well as on fastcompany.com. See our 2025 list here.

Submit your application before October 3 and share how your company is changing the game!