The Miami Foundation ranks among Florida’s best workplaces

The Miami Foundation was named one of Florida’s Best Companies To Work For, placing 13th among medium-sized employers with up to 50 workers. The annual Florida Trend ranking spotlights workplace quality and employee satisfaction, with winners chosen through employer assessments and staff surveys.

Why it matters: - The recognition gives The Miami Foundation a public mark of workplace strength in a competitive talent market. - The ranking also signals how Florida employers are being judged on culture, benefits, and employee satisfaction, not just business performance.

What happened: - The Miami Foundation was named one of Florida’s Best Companies To Work For and finished 13th in the medium-sized company category for employers with up to 50 employees. - Florida Trend announced the annual ranking in the August issue of Florida Trend magazine. - The program is open to companies or government entities with at least 15 workers in Florida and at least one year in operation.

The details: - Participating organizations were evaluated on workplace policies, practices, philosophy, systems, and demographics. - Employees also completed a survey measuring satisfaction. - Combined scores determined the final rankings across small, medium, and large employer categories. - The program is managed by Florida Trend and Workforce Research Group and is endorsed by the HR Florida State Council. - Workforce Research Group handled registration, survey work, analysis, and final rankings. - Florida Trend said the program highlights employers that invest in people, create growth opportunities, and build environments where employees want to be. - Florida Trend said this year’s list also looks at employers bringing people back to the office to support collaboration, mentorship, and culture. - Rebecca Fishman Lipsey, president and CEO of The Miami Foundation, said the recognition reflects the role of the foundation’s team, fundholders, and partners in strengthening Miami. - Florida Trend said the full list is available at the Best Companies To Work For in Florida.

Between the lines: - The ranking suggests workplace reputation is becoming part of how mission-driven organizations compete for staff and credibility. - The Florida Trend comments point to a broader shift in employer priorities, with in-person work framed as a tool for collaboration rather than only a policy change. - The Miami Foundation’s placement may help reinforce its brand with donors, partners, and prospective employees.

What’s next: - Florida Trend and Workforce Research Group will continue to publish annual workplace rankings. - The Miami Foundation is likely to use the recognition as part of its broader positioning around culture and community impact. - Employers seeking future inclusion will need to perform well on both workplace practices and employee satisfaction surveys.

The bottom line: - The Miami Foundation’s ranking puts it among Florida employers recognized for strong workplace conditions and employee experience.