Given that the companies are determined by an application process, does it mean much for a PE firm if their portcos are on this fastest-growing list? saw a post by shore about 20 of their portcos being featured so wondering if it means much tangibly.
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Based on the most helpful WSO content, having portcos featured on the Inc 5000 Fastest Growing list can be a positive indicator for a PE firm, but it should be considered in context. Here are some key points:
However, it's important to note that while these accolades are beneficial, they are just one of many factors that contribute to the overall success and reputation of a PE firm.
Sources: PE long-term attractivity: Is the trodden path "broken"? Quo vadis gen Y?, PE long-term attractivity: Is the trodden path "broken"? Quo vadis gen Y?, PE isn’t the best way to get into b-school, Random Things I Wished I Knew About PE, PE Funds that Win - and IB that Tries
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No, doesn't mean anything outside bragging rights. It's not like inclusion/exclusion is some parameter in the next sponsor's diligence, etc. I think only considerations are:
(+) Helps bring company on investors' radars when doing scrapes for interesting companies in various sectors since I5000 tends to place well on Google searches
(-) Requires disclosing details (particularly financial details around revenue size and growth rate) that a sponsor/company may not want published, particularly as it may set a difficult comp (e.g., company was listed in 2023 as growing 100% and only growing 25% by the time you market it, etc.) or release sensitive information too far ahead of a sale process
They don't even verify the growth lol it's self-reported just like the Forbes list.
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