Why 2022–2024 Revenue Is the Magic Formula for Getting Ranked - Been There Done That and it Was Great!

Rose Odette
12 minutes ago
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(And Yes—Inc. Regionals Uses 2022–2024 Revenue. Here’s Why.)

Intro - Inc. Regionals measures your growth from 2022 to 2024.

Inc just opened the doors for the new Regionals cycle, and if your company is scaling fast, this is your moment to step onto the radar.

Now, before we go any further, here’s the part everyone gets confused about—

👉 Inc. Regionals measures your growth from 2022 to 2024.

Not a typo. Not old data. This is the official two-year growth window for the current application cycle.

Why? Because Inc. always evaluates companies on a two-year proven growth arc, and the most recent full fiscal years available are 2022 → 2024. So if you see 2022 referenced throughout the criteria, that’s exactly why. Inc. Regionals measures your growth from 2022 to 2024.

Here’s what gets you in the game:

U.S.-based, privately held, independent
At least $100,000 in revenue in 2022
At least $1,000,000 in revenue in 2024
Ranked entirely on your percentage revenue growth 2022–2024

If you hit those marks, congratulations: you’re eligible to be named one of the fastest-growing companies in your region.

This isn’t fluff — it’s serious brand credibility.

Five Ideals – The Mindset of a Fastest-Growing CEO

Visibility Is a Growth Lever Awards like this aren’t ego—they’re strategic positioning.
Regional First → National Next Regionals is the stepping stone to the national Inc. 5000 list.
Your Numbers Earn the Spot. Your Story Builds the Legacy. Growth gets you in the door; your mission makes you memorable.
Credibility Compounds “Inc. Regional Honoree” on your proposals? Recruiters? Investors? Yep—game-changer.
Momentum Rewards Action Takers You don't wait for “the perfect year.” You apply when you’re eligible.

Five Action Items – If You’re Even Close to Eligible, Start Here

Verify the 2022–2024 Revenue Requirements Immediately Make it black and white. If your numbers hit the criteria, you’re in play.
Lock the Application Deadlines Into Your Calendar Inc has:
Pull Your Two-Year Growth Narrative What changed? What accelerated? What markets did you expand into? Inc LOVES a clean growth story.
Prep Your Recognition Plan Before You Apply If you win, you want to hit the ground running:
Assign a “Regionals Lead” One owner. One checklist. One deadline-driven champion.