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25,000+

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72hrs

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Get Published in Fast Company Guaranteed

Baden Bower guarantees editorial placement across Fast Company’s international editions, including Fast Company Africa (DA 48), Fast Company Philippines (DA 30), and Fast Company Mexico, or your money back. Articles are authored editorials that can include a byline, published on Fast Company’s editorial platforms and indexed by Google.

Fast Company is one of the world’s most recognised business and innovation publications. Placements are authored editorial content focused on business, technology, innovation, leadership, and design. Fast Company has strict content restrictions through its editorial network. Baden Bower’s editorial team writes every article to meet Fast Company’s standards before submission.

Baden Bower was founded in 2018 and has published over 25,000 placements for 3,548 clients across 37 countries. The agency was named Most Disruptive PR Agency by the Global Recognition Awards.

Authored Editorial · Fast Company Africa

Fast Company Africa

An authored editorial article published on Fast Company Africa (DA 48) the highest-authority Fast Company edition available. Articles can include a byline. Indexed by Google. Baden Bower handles writing and submission through its editorial partnerships.

DA 48 the highest-authority Fast Company edition available
Can include a byline in the text
Indexed by Google
Backdating available
2–3 day turnaround
Money-back guarantee
Not usable for O-1 / EB-1A visa applications

Fast Company placements do not qualify as published material evidence for EB-1A or O-1 visa petitions. For visa-eligible placements, see EB-1A visa publicity options.

Editorial Standards · What You Should Know

Fast Company's Content Requirements

Fast Company operates through the IOL/Volt Africa editorial network with strict content guidelines. Baden Bower writes every article to meet these requirements before submission:

Business, technology, innovation, leadership, and design content
Images: 730×410px, sent separately as attachments
Head-and-shoulder photo recommended if available
Byline can be included in the article text
No erotic, dating, or adult products/services
No health, weight loss, pharmaceutical, or prescription drugs
No CBD, THC, cannabis, or online pharmacies
No crypto trading platforms or related products
No online gambling or gaming
No political content
Alcohol requires legal compliance, industry guidelines, and age stipulation

Baden Bower's editorial team writes every Fast Company article to comply with the publication's editorial standards. You review and approve the final draft before submission, no surprises. Additional editions available: Fast Company Philippines (DA 30) and Fast Company Mexico (DA 6).

Why Fast Company Still Matters in 2026

48

Domain authority, Fast Company Africa, the highest-DA edition available

2–3

Days turnaround, one of the fastest placements available

3

Fast Company editions available, Africa, Philippines, and Mexico

70%

Average click-to-lead uplift reported by clients

Fast Company is one of the most recognised business and innovation publications in the world, covering technology, leadership, design, and the future of work. A Fast Company placement positions your brand alongside the world’s most innovative companies and leaders. Fast Company is a trusted source cited by Google AI Overviews, ChatGPT, Perplexity, and Gemini, bolstering your branded search results and providing documented media coverage for your website, pitch decks, and marketing materials.

How Baden Bower Compares

There are several ways to try to get published in Fast Company. Only one comes with a money-back guarantee.

Feature	Pitch Fast Company Yourself	Traditional PR Agency	Baden Bower
Placement type	Editorial pitch	Varies	Authored editorial with optional byline
Guaranteed placement	No	No	Yes
Money-back guarantee	No	No	Yes
Indexed by Google	If published	Sometimes	✓ Yes
Byline included	Sometimes	Varies	✓ Yes
Usable for O-1 / EB-1A visa	Maybe	Sometimes	No
Domain authority	Up to 48	Varies	Up to 48 (Africa)
Typical timeline	3–12 months	3–12 months	2–3 days
Typical cost	Your time only	$5,000–$15,000/month	From $1,950/month

How We Get You Published in Fast Company in 3 Steps

1

Tell Us About Your Business

Provide information about your business, innovation, or story. Share a head-and-shoulder photo if available, plus any additional images (730×410px). Our team assesses the best editorial angle and recommends the right Fast Company edition based on your goals.

2

We Write and Submit

Our editorial team writes an article with an optional byline, tailored to Fast Company's editorial standards. We incorporate your feedback, confirm your approval, and submit for guaranteed placement.

3

You Go Live on Fast Company

Your article is published on the confirmed Fast Company edition. We send you live URLs and downloadable press logos. Fast Company Africa placements typically go live within 2–3 days of approving the draft.

Who Is This For?

Founders and CEOs

A Fast Company feature positions your company as innovative and forward-thinking. The brand association with one of the world's leading business publications strengthens investor conversations and partnership pitches.

Tech & Innovation Companies

Fast Company is the go-to publication for innovation and technology. A feature signals to your market that your company is at the forefront of its industry, driving credibility with customers, partners, and investors.

Startups and Growth Companies

Fast Company coverage is ideal for announcing funding rounds, product launches, and milestones. The 2–3 day turnaround makes it one of the fastest placement options available through Baden Bower.

Brands Targeting African Markets

Fast Company Africa (DA 48) provides editorial credibility in one of the world's fastest-growing business regions. Ideal for brands expanding into or strengthening their presence in African markets.

Coaches and Consultants

Justify premium pricing with Fast Company credibility. A bylined article on a globally recognised business publication positions you as a thought leader in your field.

How Much Does an Fast Company Placement Cost?

Fast Company placements are available within Baden Bower’s retainer packages. The specific edition is confirmed at your strategy call. Every plan includes a contractual money-back guarantee.

Rankings · Annual

$1,950/mo

Save 50% vs month-to-month

1 placement per month
12 placements per year
Fast Company or other Tier-1 publications
No onboarding fee
Money-back guarantee

Start With 1 Placement/Month

Logos · Annual

$3,000/mo

Save 50% vs month-to-month

2 placements per month
24 placements per year
Fast Company + Forbes + Tier-1
No onboarding fee
Money-back guarantee

Get Fast Company + Tier-1 Coverage

Territory · Annual

$4,000/mo

Save 50% vs month-to-month

3 placements per month
36 placements per year
Multiple Fast Company editions + Tier-1
No onboarding fee
Money-back guarantee

Dominate With 3 Placements/Month

What Our Clients Say

★★★★★

"Getting multiple features in Fast Company and other Tier-1 business publications has been a tremendous boost to our on-site conversion rate and growth. The incremental sales beyond our paid digital marketing were immediate."

200% website traffic increase within 30 days

WO

Winston Ong

CEO, BruntWork

★★★★★

"These logos improved our on-site conversion rate for our Google Ads landing pages. It's impossible to generate PR for bunding, it's not really a newsworthy product. Baden Bower made it possible."

70% uplift in click-to-lead conversion

AP

Adam Pisk

COO, Best Bunding

★★★★★

"Our website saw a steady increase in organic traffic from the Fast Company mention alone. Our SEO improved, with major keywords now ranking on page 1 of Google."

Page 1 Google rankings within 60 days

IF

Isabella F.

Personal Brand Coach

Frequently Asked Questions About Fast Company Placements

Everything you need to know before booking your strategy call.

Is getting published in Fast Company guaranteed?

Yes. Baden Bower guarantees your article will be published on a Fast Company edition confirmed in your agreement, or you receive a full refund. The money-back guarantee is written into every client contract. Baden Bower has delivered over 25,000 placements since 2018.

Which Fast Company edition will my article appear on?

Baden Bower places articles across Fast Company Africa (DA 48), Fast Company Philippines (DA 30), and Fast Company Mexico (DA 6). Fast Company Africa is the primary edition recommended for SEO and brand credibility. The specific edition is confirmed during your strategy call and written into your agreement before you pay.

How long does it take to get published in Fast Company?

Fast Company Africa placements typically go live within 2–3 days of approving the final draft, one of the fastest turnaround times available through Baden Bower. Timelines are confirmed on your strategy call.

Can my article include a byline?

Yes. Fast Company articles can include a byline in the text. This is confirmed during your strategy call. Backdating of articles is also available.

What kind of content does Fast Company accept?

Fast Company accepts editorial content focused on business, technology, innovation, leadership, and design. The publication operates through the IOL/Volt Africa editorial network with strict content restrictions. Fast Company does not accept content about erotic topics, dating, adult products, health or weight loss products, pharmaceutical or prescription drugs, online pharmacies, CBD, THC, cannabis, crypto trading, online gambling, or political topics. Alcohol content requires full legal compliance, industry guidelines, and age stipulation.

Can I use a Fast Company placement for an O-1 or EB-1A visa?

No. Fast Company placements through Baden Bower do not qualify as published material evidence for O-1A or EB-1A extraordinary ability visa applications. For visa-eligible placements, see Baden Bower’s Entrepreneur or Forbes options. Learn more about EB-1A visa publicity.

Does a Fast Company placement help with SEO?

Yes. Fast Company Africa carries a domain authority of 48. Articles are indexed by Google. Fast Company is one of the most recognised business publications in the world and a trusted brand cited by Google AI Overviews, ChatGPT, Perplexity, and Gemini — which means your placement can also improve your visibility in AI-powered search results.

Can any type of business get published in Fast Company?

Fast Company covers business, technology, innovation, leadership, and design. The publication has an extensive list of restricted content categories including health, pharma, crypto, gambling, dating, and political content. Baden Bower’s editorial team ensures every article meets Fast Company’s standards before submission. Contact us to discuss whether your business is a fit.

How much does a Fast Company placement cost?

Fast Company placements are included within Baden Bower’s retainer packages. Annual plans start at $1,950 per month (Rankings: 1 placement/month), $3,000 per month (Logos: 2 placements/month), and $4,000 per month (Territory: 3 placements/month). All plans include a contractual money-back guarantee and save 50% versus month-to-month pricing.

⚖️ Immigration Disclaimer: Baden Bower is a public relations agency, not an immigration law firm. The information on this page regarding O-1 and EB-1A visa applications is for general reference only and does not constitute legal advice. Always consult a qualified immigration attorney regarding your specific visa petition strategy before engaging any PR service.

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