Matthews, North Carolina-based Harris Teeter has been recognized by Newsweek as one of “America’s Greatest Workplaces for Culture, Belonging & Community” for 2026.
“We appreciate Newsweek recognizing our workplace culture, which is grounded in respect, collaboration and a shared sense of purpose,” said Martha Tayor, VP of human resources.
“Supporting our associates and creating an environment where people feel welcomed, valued and empowered to contribute is an integral part of our business. We work every day to foster a positive workplace where everyone can succeed.”
Newsweek‘s rankings evaluate U.S. companies with more than 1,000 employees based on their performance across metrics that matter most to women, minorities and diverse demographic groups.
The evaluation included a national survey conducted between April and October of more than 2.7 million company reviews from more than 179,000 employees, plus additional data from three previous studies encompassing more than 4.9 million reviews and 400,000 interviews.
Harris Teeter said it recognizes that the skills, perspectives and dedication of its employees play a critical role in the company’s success. The company has forged long-term community partnerships, including initiatives to address food insecurity.
Harris Teeter, a wholly-owned subsidiary of The Kroger Co., has 36,000 employees across more than 250 stores and 85 fuel centers in North and South Carolina, Virginia, Georgia, Maryland, Delaware, Florida and the District of Columbia.
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