Frequently asked questions
App growth annual
Below are answers to some common questions. If you can't find what you're looking for, reach out anytime at appgrowthannual@revenuecat.com.
About
App Growth Annual is a full day of learnings and connections for app builders and growth leaders. Expect tactical talks from top minds across product, growth, and leadership at some of the world's most influential apps, hands-on workshops across two tracks, limited 1:1 brainstorms with top consultants, and an insider look at what's next for RevenueCat direct from RevenueCat leadership.
App Growth Annual is designed for app founders, product leaders, growth leaders, marketers, and operators who are building and scaling mobile apps. The program covers product, growth, monetization, and leadership, with practical insights you can take back to your team.
No. App Growth Annual is open to the broader app growth community. You don't need to be a RevenueCat customer to apply for an in-person seat or register to attend virtually.
App Growth Annual is part of RevenueCat's programming during New York App Week, a full week of events bringing the app growth community together in NYC. You can check out and register for other New York App Week events here.
Registration
There are two ways to join. You can apply for an in-person seat, or register free to attend virtually. In-person seats are limited and subject to approval, so we'd recommend applying early. Register here.
Apply online here. All applications must be submitted by 11:59 PM EDT on Friday, August 28th.
Tickets are not for sale. In-person attendance is by application only, and your seat is confirmed once your application is reviewed and approved.
Your registration admits only the named attendee and is non-transferable.
Applicants can expect to receive a decision via email by Friday, September 4th. If you're not selected for an in-person seat, we encourage you to join us virtually.
Yes. Virtual registration is free and open to everyone. Register here.
Program
Stay tuned! The full agenda and speaker lineup will be available by Monday, August 24th.
Workshops are small, hands-on deep dives led by practitioners with experience building, scaling, and optimizing apps. Due to demand for more workshop programming, we've added a third block of workshops to this year's agenda.
Because space in each workshop is limited, all in-person attendees will be asked to rank their workshop preferences ahead of the event. You'll receive the ranking form once your application is approved and your registration is completed. Rankings must be submitted by Tuesday, September 15th.
We'll do our best to place you in your top choices, but rankings aren't guaranteed and spots are assigned based on availability. If you don't submit your rankings by the deadline, you'll be automatically assigned to a workshop. You will receive your confirmed workshop details prior to the conference.
At the event
Business casual. The venue can run cool with the Hudson River views, so a layer is a good idea, and you'll be on your feet between sessions, so comfortable shoes go a long way.
A quick checklist:
- Your approval confirmation email
- A valid photo ID
- Your mobile device for the event app and networking
- Business cards, if you use them
Yes. We'll have breakfast and lunch, plus light snacks and beverages throughout the day. Food and drinks will also be served at the evening afterparty. You'll be able to share any dietary restrictions during onboarding.
Yes. We'll have a limited number of phone booths available for calls, offered on a first-come, first-served basis.
Yes. Coat check will be available on the ground floor.
Yes! The event app is expected to go live in the weeks leading up to the conference. All approved registrants will be notified as soon as it's available.
To protect attendee privacy and comply with GDPR, we aren't able to share an attendee list. That said, we know connecting is one of the biggest reasons to be in the room, which is exactly why we will have private networking opportunities via the app.
Planning your visit
The Glasshouse is on 12th Avenue in Hell's Kitchen, on Manhattan's West Side. A few of the easiest ways to arrive:
- By subway:
- Take the A, C, or E to 50th Street or 42nd Street–Port Authority, then walk west (about 10 minutes). The 1, 2, or 3 to 50th Street and the 7 to Hudson Yards are also within walking distance.
- By bus:
- The M12 and M50 stop a couple of blocks from the entrance along 12th Avenue.
- By car:
- Taxis and rideshares drop off at the entrance. Note that the venue has no on-site parking lot, and nearby street parking is limited.
- Rideshare:
- All in-person attendees will receive an Uber voucher to help cover travel to or from the event. Look out for it by email in the days leading up to the conference.
We don't provide accommodation or travel support. Attendees are responsible for arranging and covering their own travel and accommodation.
We're happy to provide an invitation letter to support your visa application. You can request an invitation letter during the application process. If you’ve already submitted your application but still need a letter, please email us at appgrowthannual@revenuecat.com.
The Glasshouse is fully ADA compliant, with elevators, accessible routes, and accommodations for guests with disabilities across its event spaces. If you have specific accessibility needs or questions, please reach out to us at appgrowthannual@revenuecat.com and we'll be glad to help.
After the event
Yes! All main stage sessions will be recorded and published on the RevenueCat YouTube channel following App Growth Annual.
Shippies
Below are answers to some common questions. If you can't find what you're looking for, reach out anytime at shippies@revenuecat.com
About
The Shippies is RevenueCat's annual awards celebrating the best in app growth, monetization, and subscription innovation.
The evening honors winners across our six Shippie categories, and also recognizes the winners of Shipaton, RevenueCat's global mobile hackathon, across all 21 of its categories. Add in great food, drinks, and a room full of founders, builders, and leading voices shaping the subscription app world, and it's a night worth remembering.
The Shippies is one of RevenueCat's signature events during New York App Week, a full week of gatherings bringing the app growth community together in NYC. You can check out and register for other New York App Week events here.
Attending
The Shippies is an exclusive, invitation-only evening with limited seating. If an invitation has landed in your inbox, congratulations! Just complete the form included with your invitation to confirm your attendance. Seating is limited, so we'd recommend locking in your spot as soon as you can.
No. The Shippies is an invitation-only event, so tickets aren't available for purchase. If you haven't received an invitation, you can still join us virtually via the livestream on YouTube.
Yes! The Shippies will be livestreamed on YouTube, and no registration is required. You can tune in to watch the awards live from wherever you are. The recording will also be available on our YouTube channel after the show.
Because seating is limited, invitations admit only the named guest and are non-transferable, unless your invitation specifically notes a plus-one.
No. The Shippies and App Growth Annual are two separate events. A spot at the conference doesn't guarantee you a ticket to The Shippies. If you've received a Shippies invitation, though, you're all set for the night.
Event details
The Shippies takes place on Tuesday, October 20, 2026, beginning at 7:00 PM at the Intrepid Museum, Pier 86, W 46th St, New York, NY 10036.
The Intrepid Museum sits on Pier 86, at 12th Avenue and W 46th Street on Manhattan's West Side. A few of the easiest ways to arrive:
- By subway and bus:
- Take the A, C, or E to 42nd Street–Port Authority, then hop the M50 crosstown bus, which stops right in front of the museum. The M42 also runs west to 12th Avenue, a short walk south of the entrance.
- By car:
- Taxis and rideshares drop off directly at the Pier 86 entrance. For full directions from wherever you're coming from, see the museum's directions page.
- Rideshare:
- All invited guests will receive an Uber voucher to help cover the trip to or from the event. Look out for it by email in the days leading up to the show.
The Intrepid Museum has no on-site parking lot and nearby street parking is limited.
Cocktail attire is the order of the night. Picture a red carpet, a step-and-repeat, and a professional photographer capturing your arrival, so dress like you're ready for your close-up.
Yes. Coat check will be available at check-in.
The awards
There are six Shippie categories celebrating excellence across the subscription app lifecycle:
- Anchor's Away:
- Best new app launch
- Lone Skipper:
- Best new app by a solo developer
- Smooth Sailor:
- Best onboarding experience
- Treasure Chest:
- Most creative monetization strategy
- Life Preserver:
- Best churn reduction initiative
- Port of Entry:
- Most improved paywall design
On top of these, we'll be recognizing the winners of all 21 Shipaton categories throughout the evening.
A RevenueCat judging panel nominates and reviews apps across each category, evaluating entries based on innovation, impact, and execution.
All Shippie winners are notified directly by email ahead of the show.
But who takes home each Shippie stays under wraps until the moment it's revealed live on stage, so tune in live on YouTube to find out who wins.