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REAL LEADERS IMPACT AWARDS 2021 SPRING 2021 / REAL-LEADERS.COM 5 25. LEESA SLEEP A sleep products manufacturer that produces eco-friendly mattresses to provide deeper rest. Their products are made from natural and recycled materials, and meet the needs of almost everyone. For every 10 mattresses sold, they donate one to a family in need — positively impacting more than 37,000 families so far. www.Leesa.com 26. RESCUE AGENCY A behavior change agency that offers social marketing services to government, non-profit, and corporate organizations. They help to create campaigns that promote healthy living and drive behavior change. They currently develop, implement, and evaluate over 100 campaigns in 20 states and provinces across North America. www.RescueAgency.com 27. AROWANA An operator of small-medium companies that creates, invests in, and grows new enterprises through sustainable investment practices. They work directly with companies that have a positive impact on all stakeholders. Committed to building strong, sustainable businesses that benefit economies, industries, and the people they employ across the Asia Pacific region. www.ArowanaCo.com 28. PAXON ENERGY & INFRASTRUCTURE SERVICES A women business enterprise and leading professional services firm in the field of oil, gas, and utilities. They provide environmentally conscious solutions powered by the latest technology and advocate for gender diversity and workforce equality in the energy industry by addressing barriers and driving change. www.PaxonEngineering.com 29. SUNRISE BANKS A socially responsible community bank that solves social and environmental problems and sparks community development. They provide financial solutions that help communities thrive, helping community partners realize success through sustainable innovation. They operate from eight branches, serving the greater Twin Cities community, with further services nationwide. www.SunriseBanks.com 30. REVOLUTION FOODS Founded in 2006, they are committed to social justice by transforming citywide wellness and making healthy, chef-crafted and culturally relevant food accessible to all. The company designs, produces, and delivers 2 million meals per week to sites across 18 states, including community feeding programs, districts, charter schools, and afterschool programs. www.RevolutionFoods.com 32. FED UP FOODS A wellness food manufacturer that crafts high-quality, nutrient- dense foods. They follow a 2,000-year-old craft brewing tradition, creating beverages that optimize vitality and longevity while caring for the planet. They have invested in regenerative farming systems and want to lead the return to wholesome, regionally produced foods that nourish bodies, communities, and local economies. www.DrinkBuchi.com 31. PATHWATER A beverage company that introduces reusability in a new hybrid model — combining purified water in a reusable bottle. They are forging a path to end single-use plastics with their easy-to-refill, 100 percent recyclable, BPA-free aluminum bottle. They divert millions of plastic bottles and help change how the world consumes water. www.DrinkPathwater.com 33. TENTREE A lifestyle apparel company that plants 10 trees for every item purchased. They motivate and encourage environmental stewardship through earth-first apparel, allowing each and every customer to make a difference. Have restored land in 8 countries and planted over 48 million trees to date, with a goal of planting 1 billion trees by 2030. www.TenTree.ca 34. ZIQITZA HEALTHCARE LIMITED A professional ambulance and medical emergency service provider in India. They care for all, regardless of their income, and aim to create a leading network of fully-equipped ambulances across the developing world. Have grown into a fleet of 3,022 ambulances with 10,000 employees across 18 states nationwide. www.zhl.org.in 35. GAIA HERBS A medicinal herb manufacturer that cultivates health and well-being by connecting plants and people. They use organic methods from seed to shelf, and incorporate regenerative farming practices to conserve surrounding ecosystems. They further pursue sustainability through philanthropy that supports social and environmental impact in the communities in which they work. www.GaiaHerbs.com 36. MIYOKO’S CREAMERY A food producer that is revolutionizing the dairy industry by combining proprietary technology with age-old creamery methods to craft cheese and butter from plants. Dedicated to reducing the world’s consumption of animal products by making a vegan lifestyle accessible to everyone. They craft organic foods with artistry, integrity, and ethics. www.Miyokos.com 37. TERRACYCLE An innovative recycling company that upcycles hard-to-recycle materials. They want to eliminate the idea of waste through national, first-of-its-kind recycling platforms that move consumers from disposable, single-use packaging to durable, reusable packaging without sacrificing the economics and convenience. They operate in 21 countries, and have recycled more than 7.7 billion pounds of waste. www.Terracycle.com 38. ONE TREE PLANTED An environmental charity focused on reforestation. Their model is: One dollar plants one tree. They are dedicated to helping individuals and businesses give back to the environment and create a healthier climate. They have planted 20 million trees in over 20 countries for forest fire restoration, watershed health, habitat expansion, and social impact. www.OneTreePlanted.org 39. ADVANTAGE CAPITAL A venture capital firm that provides equity and debt financing to established and emerging companies located in communities underserved by conventional sources of capital. They invest in small businesses and help grow local economies. Have fostered over 780 companies across a diverse array of industry sectors, including manufacturing, technology, and business services. www.AdvantageCap.com 40. VELANO VASCULAR A medical technology company that is transforming the inpatient experience with a breakthrough, needle-free blood collection device. They have established a new standard of care for inpatient blood draws by reducing pain, risks, and the inefficiencies of existing practices. They bring compassion to the hospital through a safer workplace. www.VelanoVascular.com