Ward and Smith is pleased to announce our participation in a collaborative effort aimed at acknowledging successful mid-market enterprises in North Carolina.
Nominations are now open for the 2023 Mid-Market Fast 40 program. This annual event recognizes companies that demonstrate exceptional entrepreneurial spirit, innovative business strategies, and outstanding revenue growth. As part of our commitment to honoring these pace-setting businesses, we have partnered with esteemed organizations, including Business North Carolina, Cherry Bekaert LLP, and Regions Bank.
Who is Eligible?
To be eligible, a company must:
- Be headquartered in North Carolina
- Be a commercial enterprise, not a nonprofit
- Be either privately owned or publicly traded
- Have net annual revenue in the range of $10 million to $500 million
- Demonstrate sustained revenue and employment growth over the past three years
The Nomination Process
Companies that meet the eligibility requirements can fill out this form to complete the nomination process. Or, if you would like to nominate a company, click here.
The selection committee will evaluate all interested applicants and contact the finalists to schedule brief appointments to validate the submitted information and interview an executive for the related article. All reported revenue and employment figures are verified by the independent accounting firm of Cherry Bekaert and are held in strict confidence subject to a standard confidentiality agreement and privacy policy.
Questions about nominations and entries? Contact Sarah Holland.
Key Dates to Remember
- Nominations Close: May 31, 2023
- Applications Close: June 16, 2023
- Winners Selected: July 28, 2023
- Awards Gala: August 2023
The top Fast 40 innovators will be honored at an awards gala in the fall and featured in the November issue of Business North Carolina.
