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Genius Road Named No. 47 on the 2025 SMU Cox Dallas 100™ List of Fastest-Growing Private Companies

November 21, 2025

(Dallas, TX) Genius Road, a leading technical and executive recruiting firm, has been recognized as number 47 on the 2025 SMU Cox Dallas 100™, a prestigious list honoring privately held companies in the Dallas-Fort Worth area that demonstrate remarkable growth and entrepreneurial spirit. The recognition reflects Genius Road’s commitment to excellence, innovation, and client-focused solutions.

“This is an incredible honor for our team,” said Kimberly Zanatta, President and Founder. “Being named to the Dallas 100™ validates the hard work, creativity, and strategic thinking that fuels our growth and strengthens our partnerships.”

Methodology

Companies selected for the 2025 Dallas 100™ were evaluated on their three-year compound annual growth rate (CAGR), sales performance, credit reports, and overall business integrity, and were ranked accordingly. To qualify, organizations must be headquartered in North Texas, privately held, independently owned, and actively operating, with 2024 sales up to $250 million. Winners were celebrated at an awards gala hosted by the Caruth Institute for Entrepreneurship at SMU Cox School of Business on November 20th, 2025.

About Genius Road

Founded in 2010, Genius Road, LLC is a boutique recruiting firm specializing in connecting top-tier technical and executive talent with contract and permanent opportunities across public and private sectors. Beyond matching resumes, Genius Road rigorously vets candidates to ensure the ideal fit for each client’s unique needs.

A commitment to excellence and innovation has driven the company’s rapid growth and fostered long-standing partnerships that deliver measurable results. Genius Road is a certified Small Business Enterprise (SBE) and maintains its certifications as a Women Business Enterprise (WBE), Woman-Owned Small Business (WOSB) and a Historically Underutilized Business (HUB), underscoring its dedication to diversity, inclusion, and supplier excellence. Headquartered in Dallas, the firm serves clients across the U.S. and Canada, consistently setting the standard for recruitment success. Their clients describe the experience as “Pure Genius.”

For more information, visit www.geniusroad.com

About the SMU Cox Dallas 100™

For 35 years, the Dallas 100™ has recognized North Texas companies that demonstrate innovation, determination, and strong business growth. Hosted by the Caruth Institute for Entrepreneurship at SMU Cox School of Business, the program highlights organizations that achieve sustained success, providing prestige and visibility for the region’s most dynamic privately held companies.

For more information, visit www.smu.edu/cox/centers-institutes/caruth-institute-for-entrepreneurship/dallas-100