What is the Real Leaders Impact Awards ranking methodology?

The Real Leaders Impact Awards ranked Top Impact Companies using a proprietary formula: 3-year compound annual growth rate multiplied by 2024 gross annual revenue. Companies were also evaluated on mission, traceable metrics, culture, leadership, reporting, and collaborations.

How many companies applied for the 2025 Real Leaders Impact Awards?

Over 300 companies from across the globe submitted applications for the 2025 Real Leaders Impact Awards, making SDS Capital Group's 57th ranking highly competitive.

What are the I.M.P.A.C.T. criteria for Top Impact Companies?

The I.M.P.A.C.T. criteria include: Integrity of Mission, Measurable Outcomes, Positive Culture, Authentic Leadership, Commitment to Transparency, and Transformative Collaborations. Companies must demonstrate success in at least one of these areas to qualify.

Is this SDS Capital Group's first recognition by Real Leaders?

No, this is the second year in a row that SDS Capital Group has been named a Top Impact Company by Real Leaders Magazine, demonstrating consistent excellence in impact investing.

What is Real Leaders UNITE 2025?

Real Leaders UNITE 2025 is an exclusive event taking place February 3-4, 2025, in San Diego, where ranked CEOs and executives from the Top Impact Companies list gather to foster collaboration among businesses that drive social change.

January 7, 2026

RealLeaders Magazine Recognizes SDS in Top 2026 Impact Company List

For the third year in a row, RealLeaders included SDS Capital Group in its Top Impact Company List of 2026

RealLeaders Magazine Highlights SDS Capital Group in January Issue of Top Impact Companies

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