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[Fast Company | Brands That Matter]() Early-Rate Deadline This Friday, 5/3! Here at Fast Company, we are eager to honor and showcase the brands like yours that excel in connecting with their audiences and demonstrating their purpose. With the early-rate deadline this Friday, May 3, there's no better time to start your application than now. By applying before Friday's deadline, you'll secure our lowest rates while retaining the ability to edit your application through the final deadline of June 7. If there is anything we can do to help, or if you have any questions about the application, please don't hesitate to respond to this message, and a member of our team will get right back to you. [APPLY NOW]() Early-Rate Deadline: May 3 [WHY APPLY](#) BRAND EXPOSURE Every application is seen and evaluated by Fast Company editors and reporters OPPORTUNITIES Speaking opportunities and exclusive invitations to Fast Company events CREDIBILITY Gain the Fast Company stamp of approval as a brand that stands out above the rest VISIBILITY Winners will appear in the Winter issue of Fast Company and all honorees will appear on [fastcompany.com]() BREAK NEWS Tell your brand'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 [CATEGORIES](#) There are 7 categories. Entries are judged on timeliness, relevance, cultural and business impact, clarity, and ingenuity. Multiple honorees will be named in each category. General Excellence NEW The most culturally-relevant brands with no specific category restrictions. Heritage Brands Iconic brands that stand the test of time through a long-standing ability to navigate modern culture, while retaining a classic style. Family of Brands NEW More than a parent company, but stewards of the brands we love. These are companies that steer a portfolio of individual brands that stand strong on their own, but are a cultural powerhouse as a collective. Global Brands That Matter Brands based outside of the United States that have achieved relevance in their home markets through cultural impact and social engagement United States Brands That Matter Brands based in the United States that have achieved relevance in their home markets through cultural impact and social engagement Years in Business Be recognized as a Brand That Matters within your company’s years in business: - On the Rise: 0-4 Years in Business - Established Excellence: 5-14 Years in Business - Enduring Impact: 15+ Years in Business CMOs of the Year NEW The marketing executives who inspire and advance the role brands can play in culture. [APPLY NOW]() Early-Rate Deadline: May 3 [fb0623.png]() [insta0623.png]() [tw icon0623.png]() [linkedin icon0623.png]() This email was sent to {EMAIL}. If you no longer wish to receive Brands That Matter Awards Recognition emails, [unsubscribe here](). Visit our [Preference Center]() to manage your email preferences or to opt out of all Fast Company emails. [Fast Company]() © 2024 Mansueto Ventures 7 World Trade Center, 29th Floor, New York, NY 10007-2195 [Privacy Policy]()