Ohio has reason to celebrate as 18 companies from the state have been recognized in the Forbes 500-long list of America’s Dream Employers for 2026. This prestigious list highlights organizations that resonate with both students and employees alike, showcasing qualities that make them highly desirable places to work.
The companies from Ohio and their respective rankings are:
– University Hospitals from Cleveland ranks 25th.
– Cardinal Health based in Dublin is at 34th.
– Designer Brands, located in Columbus, holds the 47th position.
– Victoria’s Secret, also from Reynoldsburg, is ranked 55th.
– Nationwide Children’s Hospital in Columbus comes in at 88th.
– Cincinnati Children’s Hospital is at 124th.
– Abercrombie & Fitch from New Albany ranks 167th.
– Hyland Software based in Westlake is positioned at 176th.
– Flightsafety International, located in Columbus, is 205th.
– Park National Bank, based in Newark, holds the 314th spot.
– Huntington National Bank from Columbus is at 331st.
– Sinclair Community College located in Dayton is 366th.
– First Financial Bank based in Cincinnati ranks 371st.
– Ensemble Health Partners, also from Cincinnati, is at 426th.
– Swagelok from Solon holds the 434th position.
– Progressive, based in Mayfield Village, ranks 462nd.
– JM Smucker from Orrville is at 479th.
– Bath & Body Works, located in Columbus, rounds out the list at 482nd.
Forbes collaborated with Statista to conduct a comprehensive survey involving 10,000 U.S. college students and 140,000 current employees across the country. Participants were asked to identify their dream employers based on several key criteria, including growth opportunities, quality of work, salary, and company reputation. This thorough methodology underscores the credibility of the rankings and the importance of aligning employer attributes with employee aspirations.
The recognition of Ohio companies in this esteemed list not only highlights their commitment to fostering a positive work environment but also reflects their strong appeal among the younger workforce, a trend that may lead to continued growth and innovation in the region.