Pilot Cohort

Q2 2026 Pilot Cohort

Prove ROI in 90 days. Learn from brands solving the same challenges.

Cohort snapshot

Limited seats5 brands
Pilot length90 days
Pilot fee$5,000
Applications closeMarch 31, 2026
$5,000 pilot fee credits toward an annual contract if you continue.

Why a cohort?

Channel incentive programs don't exist in a vacuum.

What works for one brand often works for another. What fails is worth knowing before you try it. Our cohort brings together channel leaders from non-competing brands to share learnings, compare results, and build a network that lasts.

This isn't a webinar. It's a working group.

Traditional pilot

  • You are alone
  • Learn from your data only
  • CSM checks in monthly
  • Relationship ends if you leave

Incenify cohort

  • Peer group of 5 brands
  • Learn from 5 brands experiences
  • Bi-weekly structured sessions
  • Peer network continues

What's included

Everything you need to prove ROI in 90 days.

Platform Access

Full Accelerate-tier capabilities for 90 days.

  • User verification & segmentation
  • Activity builder + automation
  • Gamification & leaderboards
  • Point economy + tiered catalogs
  • Stripe payouts & wallets
  • Real-time telemetry dashboards

Dedicated Implementation

Hands-on support from our team—not self-serve.

  • Kickoff workshop
  • Channel selection & data sync
  • Catalog configuration
  • Go-live assistance

Peer Cohort Sessions

Bi-weekly calls with other pilot brands.

  • Share what is working
  • Compare results
  • Learn from different channel structures
  • Build relationships that last

Private Community

Slack channel with your cohort.

  • Real-time questions and answers
  • Continues after the pilot ends
  • Alumni access to future cohort intros

Defined Success Metrics

We agree on KPIs before kickoff.

  • What does success look like for you?
  • Weekly tracking against goals
  • Honest evaluation at 90 days

Executive Engagement

Direct involvement from Incenify leadership.

  • Not just a CSM—senior team engaged
  • Strategic guidance throughout

Program timeline

Six phases to prove ROI and decide what's next.

Now through March 31

Phase 1: Application & Selection

  • Submit application
  • 30-minute qualification call
  • Cohort selection (5 brands confirmed)
  • Non-competing brands only

Early April

Phase 2: Cohort Kickoff

  • Kickoff workshop
  • Meet your peer cohort
  • Define success metrics
  • Channel selection & data sync

April (Weeks 2-4)

Phase 3: Implementation

  • Verification configured
  • Catalog & rewards set up
  • Activities built
  • Team training

Late April through June

Phase 4: Live Program

  • Program running with channel partners
  • Weekly check-ins with Incenify team
  • Bi-weekly cohort sessions with peers
  • Real-time telemetry tracking

Early July

Phase 5: Results Review

  • 90-day results evaluation
  • ROI analysis
  • Decision: scale, adjust, or conclude
  • Cohort retrospective

July onwards

Phase 6: What is Next

  • If continuing: $5K credits toward annual, preferred pricing locked in
  • If not: Full data export, no obligation
  • Either way: Alumni network access continues

Investment

$5,000 pilot fee

Includes:

  • Full platform access (Accelerate-tier) for 90 days
  • Dedicated implementation support
  • Bi-weekly cohort sessions
  • Private Slack community
  • Executive engagement
  • Defined success metrics & tracking

If you continue

  • • $5,000 credits toward your annual contract
  • • Preferred pricing locked in (20% below standard)
  • • Seamless transition—no re-implementation

If it's not the right fit

  • • Full data export
  • • No annual contract, no obligation
  • • Peer network access continues

Who should apply

A focused cohort for brands ready to learn fast.

Good fit

  • Brands selling through retail, distributors, dealers, installers, or resellers—including consumer electronics, appliances, tools, HVAC, and more.
  • Sells through retail, distributors, dealers, installers, or resellers
  • Have an existing channel program that is underperforming, or building one from scratch
  • A decision-maker who can continue after 90 days is involved
  • Willing to participate in peer sessions, not just observe

Not a fit

  • Competitors: we curate cohorts for non-competing brands
  • Long procurement cycles: 6+ months of approvals
  • Self-serve only: if you want to test solo without support

Cohort alumni network

The relationships don't end at 90 days.

The brands in Q2 2026 will be the founding members of this network.

  • Continued Slack access — stay connected with your cohort
  • Quarterly alumni sessions — rejoin for updates and peer sharing
  • First look at new features — see what is coming before general release
  • Peer intros — get connected to future cohort members

FAQs

Cohort questions

How many brands are in each cohort?

5 brands maximum. We keep it small to ensure quality engagement and meaningful peer relationships.

How do you prevent competitors from being in the same cohort?

We review each application and curate cohorts for non-competing brands. If a competitor has already been accepted, we will let you know and offer a spot in a future cohort.

What happens in the bi-weekly cohort sessions?

Structured 60-minute calls. Each brand shares updates, what is working, what is not. We discuss common challenges and solutions. It is a working session, not a presentation.

Do I have to share confidential information?

No. Share what you are comfortable sharing. Most brands find the peer insights valuable enough to be open, but you control what you disclose.

What if I need more than 90 days to prove ROI?

We define success metrics together upfront. If you need more time, we can discuss extending at pilot rates before transitioning to standard pricing.

Can I skip the cohort and just buy the platform?

Yes. Our Sprint, Accelerate, and Momentum tiers are available without the cohort. See pricing at /pricing.

What if I apply but do not get selected?

We will let you know why and offer alternatives—either a future cohort or a direct Sprint engagement if that is a better fit.

Apply for Q2 2026

Applications close March 31, 2026.

Not sure? Talk with us and we'll help you find the right path.