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100
Organizations Recognized
8
Recognition Programs
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Standard of Excellence
About the Program
What is the 2026 List?
The 2026 List recognizes organizations that are shaping what's next: companies and nonprofits building a better future through innovation, leadership, and measurable impact.
Our rigorous recognition process evaluates applicants across eight distinct programs, each honoring a different dimension of organizational excellence. Selected honorees join a community of Industry Icons.
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The 2025 Industry Icons
100 organizations recognized across 8 programs. Explore the full list of 2025 honorees.
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Submit Your Application
Complete the form below to apply for the 2026 List. The application fee is $1,995.
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Recognition
Why Apply?
National Recognition
Join 100 organizations honored as Industry Icons, a distinction that signals excellence to clients, partners, and talent.
Eight Programs
We evaluate across innovation, growth, leadership, industry impact, and more, giving diverse organizations a path to recognition.
Community of Icons
Honorees become part of an exclusive network of forward-thinking organizations shaping the future of their industries.
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