FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
May I enter more than one project?
Yes. You must complete a separate entry form for each project you enter. Please see the price per category schedule below:
Early Rate Deadline: February 3, 2023 ($295)
Final Deadline: March 24, 2023 ($395)
With the exception of the student category which is $40 before February 3, 2023 and $50 after.
Please note all deadlines are 11:59 PM Pacific Time.
May I enter my project in more than one category?
Yes. You may select more than one category from the Categories field. Please see the rate schedule below:
Early Rate Deadline: February 3, 2023 ($295)
Final Deadline: March 24, 2023 ($395)
With the exception of the student category, which is $40 before February 3, 2023, and $50 after.
Please note all deadlines are 11:59 PM Pacific Time.
If I’m a student, may I enter in both the student and professional categories?
Yes. Only the student category will be at the discounted rate of $40 if before the early rate deadline.
Where can I find more information about the different categories?
Please visit here for the full list of categories and descriptions.
Who can enter the awards?
Anyone over the age of 18 may enter.
May I return to edit my entry before I’ve paid?
You must pay in order for your entry to save. Once you’ve paid you may go back to the entry form’s fields any time before registration closes March 24, 2023.
May I edit the entry form after I pay?
Yes. You may edit your entry form until the application deadline on March 24, 2023. Your receipt will contain a link back to the entry form where you may sign in and edit your previously saved entries.
Will I receive a confirmation of payment?
Yes. Your receipt will be sent to the email address you have provided. It will contain information appropriate for business and tax purposes.
When will the honorees be announced?
The honorees will be announced on fastcompany.com in August 2023 and in Fast Company‘s September issue.
Refund Policy: If you need to cancel your application, just get in touch with us by replying to your confirmation email or emailing us at ibdawards@fastcompany.com. All sales are final. Refunds are not available but you can receive an application credit if canceled before the final deadline.
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Have any questions or concerns? Email the Innovation by Design Team at ibdawards@fastcompany.com