What makes a company a great place to work for women?
To answer this question, we reviewed organizations across a variety of industries that have implemented programs and policies designed to support gender diversity and create an inclusive environment for women.
We focused on companies offering initiatives such as gender-neutral parental leave, flexible work options, childcare support, and other policies that help women thrive professionally. The goal of this list is to recognize employers making meaningful efforts toward workplace equity and to spotlight companies committed to supporting women in their careers.
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What Makes a Company Ideal for Women?
When evaluating companies for this list, we considered several important factors. These include policies related to pay equity and gender representation, along with programs that promote inclusion and equal opportunities for women in the workplace.
We also examined elements such as professional development programs, leadership training, and mentorship opportunities that help female employees grow and advance. In addition, we reviewed workplace culture and organizational values, including openness, collaboration, and support systems that foster a positive environment for women.
Overall, the companies included here demonstrate a clear commitment to building workplaces that are supportive, empowering, and equitable for women. Spanning a wide range of industries, this list can serve as a helpful resource for job seekers interested in finding employers that prioritize gender equity.
We also hope this recognition encourages more organizations to strengthen their policies and initiatives that support women, helping to create fairer workplaces across industries.
The Best Companies for Women in 2026
The organizations highlighted here stand out as industry leaders, offering competitive compensation, strong benefits, and meaningful opportunities for professional advancement.
Here are some examples:
BestCompaniesAZ Award-Winning Clients Supporting Women
1. Achieve
2. Amkor Technology, Inc.
3. Donor Network of Arizona
4. Freeport-McMoRan
5. KUBRA
6. Northern Trust
7. LAVIDGE
8. Fennemore
9. USAA
10. Peoples Mortgage Company
11. Plexus Worldwide
12. Raytheon
BestCompaniesAZ Featured Non-Profits
12. Arizona Autism United
13. Feed My Starving Children
14. Habitat for Humanity
15. Solari
16. UMOM
National Spotlight: Great Places to Work for Women — With a Strong Arizona Presence
At BestCompaniesAZ, we continually research and monitor credible national workplace rankings to identify employers leading with integrity and impact.
Based on our research and familiarity with the Arizona market, the following national brands earned the Fortune Best Workplaces for Women™ 2025 recognition from Great Place To Work and maintain an active presence in Arizona.
This is not a comprehensive list, but rather a curated snapshot of organizations recognized nationally for their commitment to advancing women in the workplace — and investing in inclusive cultures that support leadership, growth, and long-term career success.
1. Bank of America
2. Bell Bank
3. Camden Property Trust
4. Cox Enterprise Inc.
5. Deloitte
6. Edward Jones
7. Intuit Inc.
8. Kimley-Horn
9. Marsh McLennan Agency
10. Meritage Homes Corporation
11. Panda Restaurant Group Inc
12. Robert Half
13. Rocket Companies
14. Stryker
15. Synchrony
16. Taylor Morrison Home Corporation
17. USI Insurance Services
18. W.W. Grainger, Inc.
19. World Wide Technology
20. Zillow
Featured Companies
Donor Network of Arizona
Donor Network of Arizona is a healthcare nonprofit that understands the importance of employee well-being. This organization provides all employees with a host of benefits to assist in work-life balance, including 11 paid holidays, a generous PTO policy, an award-winning employee wellness program, free telemedicine, and more.
It also offers paid leave for new parents, social activities to encourage building workplace culture, and features many women in leadership positions.
Fennemore
Fennemore is one of the nation’s fastest-growing business law firms, with deep roots in the West. For more than 140 years, they’ve built a people-first culture grounded in relationships and results—always anticipating what’s next for the business of law. That commitment extends to supporting women in the workplace through initiatives like She-Rise, which fosters mentorship, connection, and leadership development opportunities for women across the firm and reflects Fennemore’s dedication to helping women grow and lead in the legal profession.
KUBRA
KUBRA is an industry-leading provider of customer experience management solutions to some of the largest utility, government, and insurance entities in North America. KUBRA supports women through a culture of growth, connection, and opportunity, such as through the HERizon employee resource group which offers volunteer initiatives and career-development programming that helps women build community and advance professionally.
KUBRA also invests in senior women through ROOM, a global leadership program that expands access to executive-level development and strategic networks. Through its partnership with Girls Who Code, KUBRA raises and donates funds to help women and girls pursue education and careers in technology. Combined with flexible work options, strong benefits, and a commitment to internal mobility, KUBRA provides an environment where women can thrive and lead.
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LAVIDGE
LAVIDGE is a Phoenix-based integrated marketing and communications agency known for its collaborative culture and strong leadership. The agency fosters an environment where creativity, mentorship, and teamwork help employees grow their careers and contribute meaningful work for clients and the community. With women serving in executive leadership roles—including recognition of the firm’s co-CEO among Arizona’s Outstanding Women in Business and Most Influential Women—LAVIDGE demonstrates a commitment to creating opportunities for women to thrive and lead within the marketing and communications industry.
Learn more about LAVIDGE’s services.
Northern Trust
Northern Trust consistently ranks among the world’s top financial services employers. The company values employee well-being and offers activities, tools, and resources to keep them strong, healthy, and engaged. This company also has The Women in Leadership (WIL) Business Resource Council (BRC) to promote the advancement of women at the company. Northern Trust is an example of an organization that values the contributions of female employees.
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These are just a few examples of companies that are leading the way in gender diversity and creating a safe space for women and all genders. By offering competitive salaries and benefits packages, generous parental leave policies, and family-friendly work arrangements, these organizations are proving that they are dedicated to creating an inclusive workplace.
Looking for the right company to work for? Visit BestCompaniesAZ to search for the best companies for women in Arizona. You’ll find employers that are committed to creating a positive and supportive workplace and providing employees with opportunities for career growth and development.
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