6 Georgia Companies Make Fortune's Best Workplaces List

Delta Air Lines ranked 9th nationally and 1st in Georgia in the annual rankings.

Apr. 2, 2026 at 9:23pm

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Six companies headquartered in Georgia were named to Fortune's 100 Best Companies to Work For list, reflecting the state's strong presence in this year's rankings. Atlanta-based Delta Air Lines ranked in the top 10 of the annual list, with 88% of employees saying it is a great place to work.

Why it matters

The Fortune list is a prestigious recognition of companies that excel in creating positive, fulfilling work environments for their employees. Georgia's strong representation on the list highlights the state's ability to attract and retain top talent across diverse industries like transportation, professional services, hospitality, construction, and healthcare.

The details

The 2026 list was topped by Synchrony, a Connecticut-based financial services and insurance company, followed by Hilton, a Virginia-based hospitality company. Delta Air Lines ranked ninth nationally and first in Georgia. According to survey results, 88% of Delta employees said the transportation company is a great place to work. Other Georgia companies that made the list include Alston and Bird LLP, IHG Hotels and Resorts, PulteGroup, Inc., Jackson Healthcare, and Wellstar Health System.

  • The 2026 list was released on April 2, 2026.

The players

Delta Air Lines

An Atlanta-based transportation company that ranked 9th nationally and 1st in Georgia on the Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For list.

Synchrony

A Connecticut-based financial services and insurance company that topped the 2026 Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For list.

Hilton

A Virginia-based hospitality company that ranked 2nd on the 2026 Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For list.

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What’s next

The Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For list is an annual recognition, so companies will be looking to maintain or improve their rankings on next year's list.

The takeaway

Georgia's strong representation on the Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For list, led by Delta Air Lines' top 10 national ranking, demonstrates the state's ability to foster positive, employee-centric work cultures across diverse industries. This recognition helps attract and retain top talent, fueling Georgia's economic growth.