Apply for Fast Company’s Next Big Things in Tech Award
Fast Company’s Next Big Things in Tech Awards highlight groundbreaking technologies that promise to help define the future of the industries they serve. We’re looking for products, services, features, research, and other technological efforts that are on their way to having a positive impact for consumers, businesses, or society at large in the next five years.
This isn’t just about hype—it’s about impact. We’re spotlighting tech that’s on track to make a real difference in the world. From bold experiments to refined solutions already making waves, we welcome ideas at every stage of development. Recognition from Fast Company means more than a badge of honor.
Past honorees have gained major media attention, credibility with investors and partners, and a place in the conversation about the future of tech. There’s still time to apply, so don’t miss your chance! APPLY NOW
WHY APPLY  BRAND EXPOSUREEvery application is seen and evaluated by Fast Company editors and reporters  OPPORTUNITIESApplicants are often considered for speaking engagements at Fast Company events CREDIBILITYGain the Fast Company stamp of approval for creating a truly breakthrough technology BREAK NEWSTell your organization’s story to the world; highlight the success of teams within your organization—or partners who’ve helped with your success VISIBILITY AND MEDIA EXPOSUREAll winners and honorees will appear on fastcompany.com |
| APPLY TODAY AND SAVE EARLY-RATE DEADLINE: MAY 30 APPLY NOW We’re here to put your work in the spotlight. Fast Company’s Next Big Things in Tech Awards highlight groundbreaking technologies that promise to help define the future of the industries they serve. We’re looking for products, services, features, research, and other technological efforts that are on their way to having a positive impact for consumers, businesses, or society at large in the next five years. This isn’t just about hype—it’s about impact. We’re spotlighting tech that’s on track to make a real difference in the world. From bold experiments to refined solutions already making waves, we welcome ideas at every stage of development. Recognition from Fast Company means more than a badge of honor. Past honorees have gained major media attention, credibility with investors and partners, and a place in the conversation about the future of tech. There’s still time to apply, so don’t miss your chance! APPLY NOW Early-Rate Deadline: May 30 CATEGORIES There are 31 categories. Applications will be judged on relevancy, ingenuity, and current and potential cultural and business impact. Applied AI NEW AR, VR, Spatial Computing, and Multiverse Buildings and Real Estate; CommerceComputing, Chips, and Foundational Technology; Consumer Data NEW Education; Enterprise ; Fintech and Blockchain; Food and Agriculture; Foundational AI; NEW Health and Medicine; NEW Media, Entertainment, and Social; Robotics and Automation; Security and Privacy; Space and Telecom; Sustainability and Energy; Transportation; Wellness and Fitness; NEW Workplace and Productivity; Next Big Things in Tech: North America Next Big Things in Tech: InternationalSize of BusinessThese three categories recognize the next big things in tech by companies of similar sizes: Small and Mighty, Mid-Market Mavericks: 101 to 499 Employees, and Enterprise: 500+ EmployeesYears in BusinessThese three categories recognize the next big things in tech by companies of similar ages: On the Rise, Established Excellence, and Enduring ImpactExcellence in Innovation NEW Far-reaching innovations with the potential for positive impact across multiple industriesTech Visionaries of the Year NEW Individuals responsible for leading efforts that lead to tech breakthroughs, from conception to market APPLY NOW |
