Answer:

pacesetters

AnswerCrossword Clue
PACESETTERSThose on the cutting edge
PACESETTERSCutting-edge people
PACESETTERSThose in front
PACESETTERSVanguardists
PACESETTERSLeaders of the pack
PACESETTERSFront-runners
PACESETTERSIndy 500 leaders
PACESETTERSFront runners