Carrie Kerpen + Maggie Lord Named To Inc’s 2026 Female Founders 500 List

We’re proud to share that our co-founders, Carrie Kerpen and Maggie Lord, have been named to Inc.’s 2026 Female Founders 500 list, an annual recognition of the most dynamic and impactful women entrepreneurs shaping the future of business.

“This honor is incredibly meaningful to us, not just as a milestone, but as a reflection of the mission that drives everything we do at The Whisper Group: helping women founders build valuable companies and exit on their own terms.”
‍ ‍- Carrie Kerpen, co-founder & CEO

Each year, Inc. evaluates thousands of applicants through a rigorous selection process, recognizing leaders who demonstrate not only strong financial performance, but also innovation, impact, and momentum. This year’s honorees collectively generated $12.3 billion in revenue in 2025 alone, a powerful reminder of the economic force women founders represent.

“For us, this recognition reinforces the importance of the work we’ve committed to. Too often, women aren’t given the tools, preparation, or strategic support needed to turn their businesses into life-changing assets. We’re here to change that.”
‍ ‍- Maggie Lord, co-founder

The Whisper Group’s goal has always been simple: make exits more accessible, more strategic, and more empowering for women entrepreneurs. Being included in this year’s list is a moment of celebration—but even more, it’s motivation to keep pushing forward.

We’re honored, we’re grateful, and we’re just getting started.

See the full press release here.