Published by Inc. Magazine
Prestige 82/100Deadline
Dec 19, 2026
154 days away
Fee
$395
Time to Apply
30–45 min
Winners
March 2026
Inc. Female Founders 500 recognizes trailblazing women founders and CEOs building high-performing, independent companies in the United States. It is run by Inc. Magazine, a major U.S. business publication, and companies pursue it for visibility, credibility with customers and investors, and the prestige of being profiled alongside other leading women entrepreneurs. Credibility signals include Inc.’s editorial selection process, published honoree list, and coverage in Inc. magazine and related announcements.