Founding Partner Program
Join the first 50 partners and lock in exclusive founder rates—up to 87% off regular pricing
Apply NowTool Pile's Founding Partner Program offers equipment manufacturers, suppliers, and industry service providers a unique opportunity to reach our growing community of professionals, contractors, and businesses across NY, NJ, and CT. As a founding partner, you'll help shape the platform while securing long-term discounted rates.
Who Should Apply?
Ideal For
- Equipment manufacturers
- Parts and supply companies
- Service providers to the equipment industry
- Industry technology providers
- Rental equipment businesses
Not For
The partnership program is for businesses that want to ADVERTISE to our marketplace users. If you're looking to list your own equipment for sale or rent, use our free marketplace instead—no partnership needed.
Partnership Tiers
🎁 FOUNDING PARTNER OFFER - Limited to First 50 Partners Only
Starter
Company profile in partner directory, logo placement on up to 3 locations
Professional
All Starter benefits plus logo placement on up to 10 locations and featured homepage placement
Enterprise
All Professional benefits plus unlimited location coverage and dedicated account manager
Company Profile
Dedicated profile page in our partner directory
Jurisdiction Coverage
Logo placement on jurisdiction pages
Monthly Impressions
Guaranteed visibility to marketplace users
Analytics Dashboard
Track performance and engagement metrics
Featured Homepage Placement
Prominent placement on Tool Pile homepage
Priority Support
Faster response times and dedicated assistance
Premium Homepage Features
Enhanced visibility with premium placements
Dedicated Account Manager
Personal point of contact for your partnership
Quarterly Strategy Calls
Regular reviews to optimize your partnership
12-Month Price Lock
Founder rate locked through Year 2
Company Profile
Dedicated profile page in our partner directory
Jurisdiction Coverage
Logo placement on jurisdiction pages
Monthly Impressions
Guaranteed visibility to marketplace users
Analytics Dashboard
Track performance and engagement metrics
Featured Homepage Placement
Prominent placement on Tool Pile homepage
Priority Support
Faster response times and dedicated assistance
Premium Homepage Features
Enhanced visibility with premium placements
Dedicated Account Manager
Personal point of contact for your partnership
Quarterly Strategy Calls
Regular reviews to optimize your partnership
12-Month Price Lock
Founder rate locked through Year 2
Why Join as a Founding Partner?
Beyond discounted rates, founding partners receive:
Price Protection:
Your rate stays locked through Year 2 (24 months total)
Founding Partner Badge:
Special designation on your profile
Shape the Platform:
Quarterly input on product roadmap
First Access:
Beta test new features before general release
Launch Recognition:
Featured in our marketing and case studies
Priority Support:
Direct line to our team during onboarding
Note: Limited to first 50 partners. Once filled, pricing returns to regular rates.
Application Process
Submit Application
Complete our online form and select your preferred tier
Partnership Discussion
We'll review your application and schedule a call to discuss your goals (typically within 2-3 business days)
Approval & Payment
Once approved, you'll receive payment instructions to activate your partnership
Account Setup
We'll set up your partner profile, jurisdiction targeting, and logo placements
Go Live & Track Results
Your partnership goes live and you'll receive access to your analytics dashboard
Sign In to Apply
You need to be signed in to submit a partner application. Create an account or sign in to continue with your application.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who can apply to become a founding partner?
The Founding Partner Program is for equipment suppliers, manufacturers, service providers, and rental businesses who want to advertise to our marketplace users. If you just want to list your own equipment, use our free marketplace—no partnership needed. Limited to the first 50 applicants.
What is the founding partner pricing?
Founding rates start at $47.99/month (87% off regular pricing) with a 12-month commitment. Your rate stays locked through Year 2. Once we reach 50 partners, pricing returns to regular rates.
When do I pay?
Payment is only required after your application is approved and we've discussed which tier fits your needs. No upfront payment needed to apply.
What is jurisdiction-based targeting?
You select which geographic areas (counties) in NY, NJ, and CT where your logo and profile will be displayed. This ensures you're reaching customers in your service area.
What's the 12-month commitment?
Founding partners commit to 12 months paid monthly (or save 15% by paying annually). Your founder rate is locked through Year 2. This helps us build a stable partner ecosystem during our launch phase.
Ready to Grow Your Business?
Join hundreds of successful partners who are already benefiting from increased visibility and sales on Tool Pile.