To ensure the integrity and credibility of the list, we carefully verify the 2007 and 2010 revenue numbers for every Inc. 500|5000 applicant. To this end, we ask that all applicants submit documentation ("revenue verification") for their revenue numbers no later than Friday, May 13, 2011 at 11:59 p.m., E.S.T. Submitting it in advance of the deadline will ensure accurate coverage. Why verify early?

You may choose one of the following three kinds of revenue verification to submit to our verification team:

1. Revenue Certification Form (click here to download): This is the easiest to submit and our preferred method of revenue verification. Simply fill out the form and have a certified public accountant, chartered financial analyst, certified management accountant, or attorney sign the form attesting to the complete accuracy of the information. The certifier may work at the applicant firm or be independent, as long as the certifier is a licensed professional with credentials that are current and in good standing. Please make sure to print clearly!
   
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2. Corporate Tax Return: Include the first page and the page that indicates that accrual accounting was used to prepare the return.
   
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3. Audit: Include the accounting opinion letter and income statement from financial statements that have been audited, reviewed or compiled by an independent accounting firm.

Note: Please be assured that your revenue verification documents are kept on a secure server and are not shared with anyone outside the Inc. organization.

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This year, if your 2010 revenue figures are final at the time you apply, you will have the option to upload your verification materials during the application. Otherwise, please save your revenue verification documents as PDFs and e-mail them to verification@inc.com. Please include the name of your company in the subject line. Alternatively, you may fax the documents to 646-304-3157.

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You will receive two emails from our team - one to confirm that we received your revenue verification documents and the second once we have processed and approved your revenue verification materials. Our team will contact you if we have any questions or concerns about your verification materials.

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We must receive your revenue verification materials by Friday, May 13, 2011, 11:59 p.m. E.S.T. to be considered for the 2011 list.

*Once you submit revenue verification, you may not withdraw from consideration for the Inc. 500|5000.

*If you will not have final revenue numbers by May 13th, 2011, please contact our team.

*Inc. reserves the right to request further documentation in addition to your company's revenue verification materials.

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• Allow our verification team more time to ensure the accuracy of your company information, revenue numbers, and ranking
• Be eligible for a special drawing for companies that send in their verification material on time
• As soon as your verification materials have been submitted, your company profile goes into production by our editorial team.

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• You could miss out on Inc. magazine's editorial deadlines--and the visibility that accompanies coverage of your company
• Avoid last-minute problems or concerns with your revenue verification documents that could prevent you from making the Inc. 500|5000
• Once your revenue numbers are verified, our editorial team can move forward with your application and learn more about your company

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