Ragan’s 2026 Top Places to Work in Communications honorees announced

What does it really mean to be a top place to work in communications in 2026? For this year’s honorees, it means far more than perks or policies — it means building cultures rooted in trust, purpose, flexibility and genuine investment in people.

Ragan’s 2026 Top Places to Work in Communications honorees represent organizations that have intentionally designed environments where communicators feel valued, challenged and empowered to do meaningful work. Across industries and organizational sizes, these teams share a commitment to clarity of mission, leadership support and continuous growth — all while adapting to the evolving demands of the communications profession.

At Alberta Investment Management Corporation, a strong sense of purpose sits at the center of the culture. Communicators understand that their work ultimately serves Albertans — teachers, nurses and public servants who depend on the organization to safeguard their futures. That responsibility gives the team’s work real meaning, while leadership reinforces trust by investing in resources, professional development and creative freedom. The result is a highly engaged team that has built strong in-house creative capabilities, embraced new tools like AI, and stayed deeply connected across global offices — all while tackling complex investment topics with clarity and care.

For Wonderthink, becoming a top place to work was a deliberate design choice. By hiring slowly and thoughtfully for values and creative curiosity, then backing that trust with flexibility, competitive pay and robust wellness support, the organization created an environment where people can do exceptional work without burning out. A remote-first, inclusive approach allows diverse voices to thrive, while personalized professional development, immersive retreats and wellness funding help creativity flourish. That balance has led to strong retention, internal growth and a workforce that actively champions the culture it helped build.

At SKDK, a people-first philosophy guides every aspect of the employee experience. In 2026, the firm strengthened its culture by embedding mentorship, listening and inclusion into daily life — through leadership forums, development programs and employee communities with real influence. Support shows up in concrete ways, from generous parental leave and gender-affirming care to pay equity reviews and firm-wide reset days that prioritize rest. By investing in people at every career stage — from interns to alumni — SKDK has built a workplace that lives its values of equity, growth and belonging.

These organizations are just a few examples of what’s possible when communications leaders put people at the center of their strategy. Together, the 2026 Top Places to Work in Communications honorees set a powerful benchmark for the industry — proving that when culture is done right, great work follows.

This year’s honorees will be celebrated at a special awards luncheon on April 28, 2026, in New York City, recognizing the teams and leaders shaping the future of communications.

Congratulations to this year’s honorees!

Explore the full list of 2026 Top Places to Work in Communications honorees below.

5WPR

Alberta Investment Management Corporation

Align Technology

August Jackson

Bell

Bospar

Caliber Corporate Advisers

Corporate Ink

Coyne PR

EvolveMKD

Fair Labor Association

Fannie Mae

FischTank PR

Forefront Communications

Greenough Communications

Integral

iQ 360

Jackson Spalding

Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory

Just Drive Media

Kaplow Communications

KCSA Strategic Communications

Lot Sixteen

Methods+Mastery

MikeWorldWide & BERK

MSQ

PCL Construction

Purdue University

Qlik

Racepoint Global

RKD Group

Schneider Electric

Sharp Think

SKDK

Southwire

Stratacomm

Swarthmore College

The Bliss Group (now part of Highwire)

The Evoke Agency

The Hoffman Agency

The Marfan Foundation

Town of Aurora

V2 Communications

Vested

Vistatec

Water & Wall

Webster Bank

Whalar Group

Wireside Communications

Wise

Wonderthink