Innovation By Design | Call For Entries
 
 

FINAL DEADLINE: FEBRUARY 23
 
 
 

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Elevating your reach with new Innovation by Design benefits

 Fast Company is so excited to announce a unique opportunity for the design community. For the first time, all Innovation by Design applicants will receive a unique one-year membership.

 Beyond the prestige of the Innovation by Design Award, applying now brings immediate benefits:
  1. Unlimited access to Fast Company Premium Content: Gain insights with unrestricted access to our premium content, including in-depth business news, features, and industry trends
  2. Design firms receive a dedicated company profile page on fastcompany.com: Boost your company's profile with a dedicated page on our site. This platform lets you showcase your story, achievements, and accolades, enhancing visibility to customers, investors, and top talent. Your profile debuts with the 2024 Innovation by Design honorees, ensuring prominent exposure.

Now, applying is not just about entering to be considered for a prestigious design award; it is the key to a resource-rich community where design excellence and business acumen meet.

If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to respond to this message, and a member of our team will get right back to you.
 
 

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Final Deadline: February 23 ($395)
 
 
 
Brand Exposure
Be seen and evaluated by Fast Company editors and reporters
 
Opportunities
Winners will be celebrated at Fast Company’s Innovation Festival this fall, and receive a complimentary pass
 
Credibility
Gain the Fast Company stamp of approval for creating a truly breakthrough technology
 
Visibility

Appear in the October 2024 issue of Fast Company and on fastcompany.com
 
Break News
Tell your organization’s story to the world for the first time; highlight the success of teams within your organization—or partners who’ve helped with your success
 
 
 
 

There are 51 categories. Entries are judged on the key ingredients of innovation: functionality, originality, beauty, sustainability, user insight, cultural impact, and business impact.
Advertising  NEW 

Apps and Games
Artificial Intelligence
Automotive
Bio Design  NEW 
Branding
Circular Design
Data Design
Enterprise
Experience Design
Experimental
Education

Fashion and Beauty
Finance
Graphic Design
Health
Home
Hospitality
Impact
 
Interior Design  NEW 
Learning
Marketing
Materials
Packaging
Products
Retail
Security
Social Justice

Spaces and Places

Sports and Recreation
Students
Sustainability
Transportation
Type Design  NEW 
Urban Design
User Experience
Wellness
Workplace

Best Design Asia-Pacific
Best Design Europe, Middle East, and Africa
 

Best Design Latin America

Best Design North America
Size of Business

These three categories recognize innovative design by companies of similar sizes: Small Business (Fewer Than 100 Employees), Midsized Business (100-999 Employees), Large Business (1,000+ Employees)
Years in Business

These three categories recognize projects by companies of similar ages: On The Rise (0-4 Years), Established Excellence (5-19 Years), Enduring Impact (20+ Years)
General Excellence
The most innovative contemporary designs with no category restrictions
Design Company of the Year

The most innovative design company of the year. Companies will be judged on the quality, breadth, and ambition of their submitted work
Design of the Year  NEW 

Our first-ever top 10 list celebrating the highest achievement in aesthetics, function, impact, and relevance for the year, compiled by Fast Company editors
 
 
 

Being given an Innovation by Design award from Fast Company was a distinct honor. As a nonprofit, our work for the most vulnerable populations is often looked over. Having it recognized among some of the greatest companies & projects in the world was incredible validation for our team & supporters who believe so deeply in our work!”
SARAH LEE
COO, New Story
 

Apply today to the world's most prestigious design competition!

  
 

Questions? We’re here to help. Email us at ibdawards@fastcompany.com

  
 

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Final Deadline: February 23 ($395)