What is involved in the application process?
The application form is relatively simple. A few checkboxes, answer a couple of questions related to the criteria and, along with the application, a Revenue Verification Form will be sent for submission to Miami’s Independent Accounting Partner. That's it!
Nominees will be notified of their nomination and an application will be sent subsequently.
What information is needed?
The application form will ask for:
- Contact information
- Company’s conformance to RedHawk50 qualifications (company age, minimum revenue, Miami former student ownership/leadership, and adherence to Miami Code of Honor).
- Revenue levels for the previous three years.
Can nonprofits, private equity companies or venture funds apply?
Yes, if they are organized as a 501c3.
How do I know if a/my company is eligible for the RedHawk50?
If you know of a Miamian-owned or Miamian-led business that may meet the criteria, do not hesitate to complete the nomination form. Miami will send the nominee an email and they can determine whether or not they meet the criteria.
Application cost?
There is no cost associated with applying
Is there a need to reapply every year or can I do it just once and the application stays in the pool for years to come?
Yes. Previous RedHawk50 honorees will be automatically nominated, but all companies must complete the application process every year.
What does it mean to be a RedHawk company and who is listed as an honoree?
The Company must meet one or more of the following three criteria:
- A Miami University former student or group of former students must have owned 50% or more of the company for the timeframe being measured, or
- A Miami University former student must have served as the Company’s chief executive for the time frame being measured, or
- Only the applicant and co-applicants will be listed as honorees.
Why should I apply?
In addition to celebrating the companies’ success, the RedHawk50 provides a forum to pass lessons on to the next generation of Miamian entrepreneurs.