LAKELAND, Fla.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Publix Super Markets has been recognized by the Great Place to Work Institute and Fortune as one of the 2018 Best Workplaces for Diversity, ranking No. 3 out of 100 companies, up from No. 6 last year.

This list focuses on the experiences of women, people of color, members of the LGBTQ community, those with disabilities and those who belong to the baby boomer or older generations. In a survey conducted by Great Place to Work, more than 4 million employees across the U.S. who fall into these categories were asked about camaraderie within their workplace environment, company values, company trust and leadership effectiveness.

To read more about Publix’s ranking and see the full list, visit reviews.greatplacestowork.com.

Publix is privately owned and operated by its more than 200,000 employees, with 2017 sales of $34.6 billion. Currently, Publix has 1,213 stores in Florida, Georgia, Alabama, Tennessee, South Carolina, North Carolina and Virginia. The company has been named one of Fortune’s 100 Best Companies to Work For in America for 21 consecutive years. In addition, Publix’s dedication to superior quality and customer service is recognized among the top in the grocery business. For more information, visit the company’s website, corporate.publix.com.