Forward Recognized as a 2025 Inc. Power Partner Award Winner

November 5, 2025 | Company News

November 5, 2025 – Forward Financing is proud to announce its recognition on the Inc. Power Partner Awards. The prestigious list honors business-to-business (B2B) organizations that have proven track records supporting entrepreneurs and helping businesses grow.

Companies on the Inc. Power Partner list received top marks for being instrumental in helping business owners navigate the dynamic small business ecosystem. These B2B partners support entrepreneurs across various facets of their businesses, including financing, hiring, compliance, infrastructure development, and more, allowing founders to focus on their core missions.

“The entrepreneurial journey and community are core to Inc.’s mission, and it’s a true honor to celebrate this year’s Inc. Power Partners – the companies dedicated to helping small businesses and entrepreneurs,” said Bonny Ghosh, Editorial Director at Inc. “Whether they’re coordinating complex marketing campaigns or reliably supporting the day-to-day infrastructure of growing companies, these honorees aren’t simply B2B providers – they are true partners in helping businesses grow and succeed.”

“Our mission is to unlock the capital that fuels small businesses across America. Small businesses are the engine of our economy and the soul of our communities,” said Jason Mullins, Forward’s President & CEO. “This recognition belongs to our incredible team, whose passion drives real impact every day. We’re honored to stand beside these small business owners as both advocates and cheerleaders, as we provide them the capital needed to pursue their entrepreneurial ambitions.”

Since its inception in 2012, Forward Financing’s award-winning team has worked to understand the unique needs of small businesses and offer personalized solutions, demonstrating a commitment to being a true financial partner. By providing transparent terms and exceptional customer service, Forward has built a reputation for trust and reliability. This approach has unlocked over $4.1B in capital for more than 80,000 small businesses, underscoring why the company is a recognized leader and a true Power Partner in the B2B landscape.

In addition to working capital, Forward Financing provides educational opportunities to its small business customers through a partnership with the Initiative for a Competitive Inner City (ICIC). ICIC is a Boston-based nonprofit dedicated to helping small businesses – especially those that are BIPOC-, women-, veteran-, and immigrant-owned – create sustainable growth strategies. Forward’s partnership with ICIC offers their customers valuable knowledge and resources that go beyond financial solutions.

The Inc. Power Partner award reinforces Forward Financing’s dedication to providing not just capital, but comprehensive support that empowers small business owners to thrive.

About Forward Financing

Forward Financing is a financial technology company based in Boston, Massachusetts with team members throughout the United States, Dominican Republic, and Canada. The company is on a mission to unlock the capital that fuels small businesses across America. Whether facing challenges accessing traditional financing or simply needing a convenient, flexible solution, Forward is committed to funding more of the millions of small businesses nationwide. Forward offers revenue-based financing – delivering an upfront sum of working capital in exchange for a set amount of the business’s future revenue. By simplifying the requirements, streamlining the process, and using advanced proprietary technology, Forward is often able to deliver funds same day — giving more businesses the financial opportunity they need to thrive. Plus, with their dedicated teams and award-winning service, customers get personalized support when they need it most.

Since 2012, Forward has expanded access to capital by providing over $4.1 billion in funding to more than 80,000 small businesses. The company is A+ rated by the Better Business Bureau with an Excellent / 4.7 stars rating on Trustpilot.com. Recognized as a Best Place to Work by Built In Boston and certified as a Great Place To Work®, Forward is dedicated to empowering both its team and the customers they serve, helping them succeed and thrive.

About Inc.

Inc. is the leading media brand and playbook for the entrepreneurs and business leaders shaping our future. Through its journalism, Inc. aims to inform, educate, and elevate the profile of its community: the risk-takers, the innovators, and the ultra-driven go-getters who are creating the future of business. Inc. is published by Mansueto Ventures, along with fellow leading business publication Fast Company. For more information, visit www.inc.com.