Gen Z. They have high-tech minds. They expect a healthy work-life balance. They require a lot of feedback. They want to start their own businesses. They’re excellent multitaskers. Soon, they’ll surpass Millennials as the Earth’s most populous generation. And constituting a quarter of the US population, they’re the most diverse generation in the nation’s history. The future of every industry and business in the nation depends on the Gen Z workforce. With that in mind, here are 5 Ohio companies that are ahead of the curve: they are graded highly by Gen Z employees on Comparably.com. In fact, these companies all received A-level overall culture grades from workers 24 years old and younger.
Retail
Location: Columbus, OH
DSW Designer Shoe Warehouse is the ultimate destination for savvy shoe lovers everywhere. An incredible collection of stylish shoes, private labels, handbags, and accessories at great prices is what it’s known for—designer shoes, warehouse prices.
“It’s the best feeling to know that the product and value are appreciated by customers and that they know that you care not only about fashion but how they look and feel in the shoes they now love and adore”
DSW is hiring! Find your next role here.
Retail
Location: Columbus, OH
Headquartered in Columbus, Ohio, Big Lots, Inc. is a discount retailer operating approximately 1,400 stores in 47 states with product assortments in the merchandise categories of Furniture, Seasonal, Soft Home, Food, Consumables, Hard Home, and Electronics, Toys & Accessories.
“They are very understanding and they care about their employees.”
Big Lots is hiring! Find your next role here.
Retail
Location: Cleveland, OH
The Sherwin-Williams Company engages in the development, manufacture, distribution, and sale of paints, coatings, and related products to professional, industrial, commercial, and retail customers in North and South America, Europe, and Asia. It operates in three segments: Paint Stores, Consumer, and Global.
“I love my job, my coworkers are so nice and dedicated. They made me feel like part of the family my first day and continue to do so.”
Sherwin-Williams is hiring! Find your next role here.
Computer Software
Location: Dayton, OH
The Reynolds and Reynolds Company is a leading provider of computer software, business documents and supplies, and professional services for automotive retailers.
“There is respect for employees and their accomplishments, a focus on physical and mental well-being, and taking time to enjoy life.”
The Reynolds and Reynolds Company is hiring! Find your next role here.
Oil & Energy
Location: Findlay, OH
Marathon Petroleum Corporation (MPC) is a largescale, geographically-diversifiedand highly-integrated refining, marketing and midstream company. MPC is the nation’s largest refiner, with a crude oil refining capacity of more than 3 million barrels per calendar day in its 16-refinery system.
“It is a joy to work with my co-workers and to know that we help support the company.”