The Enquirer invited all 130 Top Workplaces to tell us what makes each of them special. Here are excerpts from company responses and, in most cases, anonymous quotes from employees. The companies are listed in alphabetical order.

Top Workplaces Cincinnati:29 companies and nonprofits join the list

Top Workplaces Cincinnati:Here’s how the list was determined

Top Workplaces Cincinnati:Which firms have been on the list all 13 years?

Huff Realty:Leads large business group for the seventh year

Blue Ash-based Microsoft:Takes midsize category

Bartlett Wealth Management:Wins small division

Cincinnati's biggest private firms: Find the Top Workplace winners that are also on the Deloitte Cincinnati 100 list 

Division: Small Year founded: 1894 Ownership: Private Sector: Real estate – commercial and development Local headquarters: Cincinnati What the company does: It's a 100% employee-owned design-build developer with offices in Cincinnati, Pittsburgh, Nashville, and Raleigh, North Carolina and operations in eight growth markets in the eastern U.S. Why one employee loves working there: "It is the best job I have ever had. The best all-around group of individuals and leadership."

Division: Large Year founded: 1965 Ownership: Private Sector: Insurance – specialty Local headquarters: Amelia What the company does: It's licensed in all 50 states and has more than 1.7 million policyholders who are insuring manufactured homes; rental, seasonal, vacant and owner-occupied homes; collector vehicles, boats and motorcycles. Why one employee loves working there: "I have a wonderful boss who values me, and lets me know that in both tangible and intangible ways."

Division: Small Year founded: 1969 Ownership: Private Sector: Manufacturing – cargo securement systems Local headquarters: Erlanger What the company does: It's being a world-class leader in the area of cargo handling and restraints and innovation to improve it. Why one employee loves working there: "Your opinions are appreciated and everyone is included in decisions that impact the change and growth of the company."

Division: Midsize Year founded: 2000 Ownership: Public Sector: Medical devices development, manufacturing and sales Local headquarters: Mason What the company does: It's a medical device company providing innovative solutions for the treatment of atrial fibrillation, which affects more than 33 million people worldwide and is a serious cardiac condition that increases the risk of stroke. Why one employee loves working there: "An open nonpolitical creative and challenging atmosphere with great employees and a motivating culture."

Division: Small Year founded: 1965 Ownership: Partnership Sector: Certified public accountants Local headquarters: Cincinnati What the company does: It's a certified public accounting and consulting firm serving businesses and organizations in Ohio, Indiana and Kentucky. Why one employee loves working there: "I have a lot of autonomy to introduce new ideas, make decisions, pilot new ideas and programs, and execute projects that are important to the firm's growth."

Division: Small Year founded: 1898 Ownership: Private Sector: Financial services Local headquarters: Cincinnati What the company does: It's is a Midwestern wealth management firm that provides customized investment management and financial planning services to high net worth individuals and families, foundations and businesses. Why one employee loves working there: "Very impactful role in the lives of clients. We provide peace of mind."

Division: Midsize Year founded: 1832 Ownership: Nonprofit Sector: Education and behavioral health services Local headquarters: Cincinnati What the company does: It helps children and families by treating mental health, combating child hunger and poverty, providing counseling, serving at-risk parents and having a program dedicated solely to autism. Why one employee loves working there: "It allows me to work with children who need additional support and to make a difference in their everyday lives."

Division: Small Year founded: 2008 Ownership: Private Sector: Logistics and freight Local headquarters: Covington What the company does: The company believes in "offering our customers the best third-party logistics shipping service around."  Why one employee loves working there: "It is engaging, fast-paced and fun. We all support and encourage one another."

Division: Small Year founded: 2005 Ownership: Private Sector: Real estate – property management Local headquarters: Sycamore Township What the company does: It's one of the most experienced operators of apartment communities in Greater Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky; Dayton, Ohio; Columbus; and greater Louisville. Why one employee loves working there: "My direct supervisor trusts my judgment and appreciates both my competency and experience – what more can one ask for?"

Division: Midsize Year founded: 2007 Ownership: Private Sector: Consulting and design engineering Local headquarters: Sharonville What the company does: It's an engineering and design firm that primarily serves industrial manufacturing clients in the chemical, pharmaceutical, renewable fuel, food and beverage and consumer products sectors. Why one employee loves working there: "I love the flexibility and commitment to making remote work possible."

Division: Large Year founded: 1914 Ownership: Government Sector: Government Local headquarters: Hamilton What the company does: It provides educational programs, professional development, and multifaceted family services from prenatal through high school; it also provides staffing services, leadership and support to school districts Why one employee loves working there: "We get to do meaningful stuff every single day!"

Division: Small Year founded: 2007 Ownership: Private Sector: IT – custom software development and consulting Local headquarters: Blue Ash What the company does: It provides custom software development and consulting. Why one employee loves working there: "I get paid to do what I love, learn to do it better, enjoy amazing benefits and work with incredible people."

Division: Small Year founded: 1990 Ownership: Partnership Sector: Certified public accountants and consultants Local headquarters: Blue Ash What the company does: It provides CPA and consulting services. Why one employee loves working there: "I feel I have the freedom to do my work without stifling oversight."

Division: Large Year founded: 2007 Ownership: Private Sector: Publishing – digital and online courses and texts plus technology Local headquarters: Mason What the company does: It enables the power and joy of learning with trusted, engaging content and integrated digital platforms, serving higher education, workforce skills, secondary education, English language teaching and research markets worldwide. Why one employee loves working there: "I am able to see how my contribution makes a difference to the whole team."

Division: Small Year founded: 1999 Ownership: Private Sector: Business and technology consulting/solutions Local headquarters: Montgomery What the company does: It helps clients transform their business through strategic planning, process improvement, digital technology solutions and enterprise resource planning implementations. Why one employee loves working there: "It allows me to be entrepreneurial. I am allowed to growth, stretch, excel, build."

Division: Small Year founded: 2003 Ownership: Nonprofit Sector: Real estate and redevelopment Local headquarters: Cincinnati What the company does: It's a private, nonprofit real estate development, management and finance organization focused on revitalizing Cincinnati’s urban core in partnership with the city of Cincinnati and the Cincinnati corporate community.  Why one employee loves working there: "My bosses are open-minded, thoughtful, generous, hardworking, direct and deliberate with everything they do"

Division: Small Year founded: 1967 Ownership: Nonprofit Sector: Conservation, education and recreation Local headquarters: Union Township What the company does It owns 1,800 acres of forests, prairies, streams, ponds, and wetlands in two locations plus thousands of people to nature through online learning programs, social media, and e-newsletters.  Why one employee loves working there: "People here care about what they do and put a lot of effort into being the best they can be."

Division: Small Year founded: 1934 Ownership: Cooperative/mutual Sector: Financial services Local headquarters: Cincinnati What the company does: It offers financial products from checking accounts to savings and IRAs, Christmas loans to mortgages. Why one employee loves working there: "I enjoy working with the member whether it be getting their first home, building their home or refinancing to save them money."

Division: Small Year founded: 1924 Ownership: Nonprofit Sector: Human and social services – faith based Local headquarters: Cincinnati What the company does: It helps those who are homeless or hurting break the cycle of poverty and despair through four key areas: food and shelter, recovery, at-risk youth, and job readiness and placement. Why one employee loves working there: "It affords me the opportunity to serve the Cincinnati community from a Christian faith perspective."

Division: Small Year founded: 1795 Ownership: Government Sector: Local government Local headquarters: Montgomery What the company does: Thoughtful government partnership with businesses and residents make Montgomery an ideally suited city to live and for businesses big and small. Why one employee loves working there: "I love my co-workers. I don't think I have ever had a 'bad' day here."

Division: Small Year founded: 1967 Ownership: Partnership Sector: Real estate – property management Local headquarters: Blue Ash What the company does: It manages residential and commercial properties Why one employee loves working there: "I have autonomy, trust, encouragement, commitment, and feel valued."

Division: Midsize Year founded: 1924 Ownership: Private Sector: Ferrous and nonferrous scrap metal recycler Local headquarters: Middletown What the company does: It's a scrap metal processor. Why one employee loves working there: "Our leader is fantastic and helps whenever asked. I feel like Cohen is a big family."

Division: Small Year founded: 1861 Ownership: Public Sector: Real estate Local headquarters: Montgomery What the company does: It represents real estate buyers and sellers. Why one employee loves working there: "I love helping my agents achieve their goals."

Division: Small Year founded: 1958 Ownership: Public Sector: Real estate – agents/brokers/property management Local headquarters: Cincinnati What the company does: It provides a full range of services to real estate occupiers, owners and investors worldwide. Why one employee loves working there: "I feel like my fellow employees are my second family."

Division: Small Year founded: 1985 Ownership: Private Sector: Insurance consultants and brokers Local headquarters: Cincinnati What the company does: It provides a full array of group, individual and senior health/ancillary products  Why one employee loves working there: "I have a great team to work with and ... I have the ability to work from home as needed."

Division: Midsize Year founded: 1996 Ownership: Nonprofit Sector: Religious institution Local headquarters: Cincinnati What the company does: It's a national church with locations in Florence; Mason; Oakley; the east and west sides of Cincinnati; Dayton, Ohio; Columbus; as well as Lexington and Georgetown in central Kentucky. Why one employee loves working there: "I feel like I am making a difference with my volunteers and by helping families on the weekends."

Division: Small Year founded: 1955 Ownership: Partnership Sector: Law firm Local headquarters: Covington What the company does: It's a full-service law firm with offices located in Cincinnati, Covington and Louisville. Why one employee loves working there: "It's a great feeling when you get up in the morning and you are excited about coming to work with the best team ever."

Division: Small Year founded: 1996 Ownership: Private Sector: Construction – roofing and siding Local headquarters: Deer Park What the company does: It's a residential and commercial roofing company serving the areas in and around Cincinnati, Northern Kentucky and Louisville. Why one employee loves working there: "I have moved up the ladder at this company and also a big part of training employees letting them achieve success."

Division: Midsize Year founded: 1942 Ownership: Private Sector: Plumbing, electric and HVAC Local headquarters: Harrison What the company does: It's a firm that supplies services and manufacturing with expertise in the commercial, industrial, health care and institutional sectors.  Why one employee loves working there: "I love the family atmosphere. … Denier takes care of their employees."

Division: Midsize Year founded: 1988 Ownership: Private Sector: Market research Local headquarters: Cincinnati What the company does: It's a business insights firm specializing in such areas as brand and customer experience, business intelligence, brand strategy and storytelling and visualization. Why one employee loves working there: "On the rare occasion I've voiced concerns, I am heard and have felt that my issues were addressed."

Division: Midsize Year founded: 1999 Ownership: Private Sector: Services – facilities maintenance Local headquarters: Cincinnati What the company does: It's a one-stop-shop for every maintenance need eliminates lists of people to call for help, saving customers time and money.  Why one employee loves working there: "Divisions has a professional footprint in the industry and sets the standards for all others to rise to."

Division: Small Year founded: 1957 Ownership: Private Sector: Services – office technology Local headquarters: Evendale What the company does: It offers cutting edge technology and prompt, highly professional service to ensure the productivity and profitability of the businesses it serves. Why one employee loves working there: "The company has grown tremendously and has a lot of opportunities for career growth and advancement."

Division: Small Year founded: 1967 Ownership: Private Sector: Architecture, engineering and interior design Local headquarters: Cincinnati What the company does: It's an architectural and engineering firm with satellite offices in Dayton, Ohio; Cleveland and Lexington.  Why one employee loves working there: "I have flexibility where needed and I feel as though I am being mentored to become a better employee."

Division: Small Year founded: 2004 Ownership: Private Sector: IT – professional services Local headquarters: Erlanger What the company does: It serves the Midwest with IT products such as cloud solutions. Why one employee loves working there: "I have the ability to work with many different personalities and come across new challenges each day."

Division: Small Year founded: 1985 Ownership: Private Sector: Plumbing, heating, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration Local headquarters: Blue Ash What the company does: Provides HVAC and plumbing services to buildings for the health care, education, industrial, government, and commercial office sectors. Why one employee loves working there: "The ability to work from home ... has greatly increased work/home balance."

Division: Large Year founded: 2014 Ownership: Cooperative/mutual Sector: Services – health care revenue cycle management Local headquarters: Blue Ash What the company does: Offers a comprehensive suite of health care financial management tools to clients in the U.S. and Europe Why one employee loves working there: "Although I work remotely, I feel like I really know my team members."

Division: Midsize Year founded: 1951 Ownership: Nonprofit Sector: Human and social services Local headquarters: Fairfax What the company does: Works to improve the lives of older adults through innovative, quality senior living communities and community services to older adults. Why one employee loves working there: "I feel like I am doing God's work here and it makes me proud and useful."

Division: Small Year founded: 1904 Ownership: Private Sector: Wholesale distribution Local headquarters: Cincinnati What the company does: It's a wholesale distributor of electrical supplies, lighting equipment, and distribution, control and automation products. Why one employee loves working there: "I have the freedom to work hard and earn good money for my family."

Division: Small Year founded: 1996 Ownership: Private Sector: Financial services – mortgage lending Local headquarters: Blue Ash What the company does: It's a mortgage lender with more than 500 branches and over 10,500 employees nationwide. Why one employee loves working there: "This company is unlike any other company I have worked for and I am proud to be a part of it."

Division: Midsize Year founded: 1842 Ownership: Parent company Sector: Apparel/footwear Local headquarters: Blue Ash What the company does: It manufactures public safety and military uniforms. Why one employee loves working there: "My superiors genuinely care about my growth and happiness, which is rare."

Division: Large Year founded: 1946 Ownership: Private Sector: Financial services Local headquarters: Covington What the company does: It offers retirement savings, investment management, and workplace benefits to companies and individuals. Why one employee loves working there: "I had to take a leave of absence. They worked with me, very compassionate and it was so appreciated."

Division: Large Year founded: 1858 Ownership: Public Sector: Financial services Local headquarters: Cincinnati What the company does: It's a diversified financial services company. Why one employee loves working there: "This job has elevated my life since I started 5 years ago."

Division: Small Year founded: 1958 Ownership: Private Sector: Architecture Local headquarters: Cincinnati What the company does: It offers architectural services for the health care, education, community development and arts sectors. Why one employee loves working there: "I am always stretched to grow and be better moving forward."

Division: Small Year founded: 1900 Ownership: Nonprofit Sector: Education – college Local headquarters: Cincinnati What the company does: It provides higher education centered in holy scripture and shaped by Wesleyan conviction. Why one employee loves working there: "It allows me to make an eternal difference in the lives of those I work with."

Division: Midsize Year founded: 1904 Ownership: Government Sector: Education – public school system Local headquarters: Goshen What the company does: It offers K-12 instruction with the goal of ensuring that all students are career and college ready. Why one employee loves working there: "I feel like we are preparing the students for life outside of school."

Division: Small Year founded: 1976 Ownership: Government Sector: Education – career center Local headquarters: Bethel What the company does: It's a small, rural career technical joint vocational school district, located in Clermont County. Why one employee loves working there: "I am allowed to explore possibilities from out-of-the-box ideas."

Division: Midsize Year founded: 2016 Ownership: Private Sector: Health care – diagnostic testing lab Local headquarters: Covington What the company does: It runs a laboratory that provides a range of diagnostic tests. Why one employee loves working there: "I feel like what I do is important to other people's health."

Division: Large Year founded: 1974 Ownership: Nonprofit Sector: Human and social services Local headquarters: Cincinnati What the company does: It provides services to people with mental health, addiction, and related illnesses and challenges Why one employee loves working there:  "It allows me to serve the most vulnerable in our community in an effective and compassionate way."

Division: Small Year founded: 1988 Ownership: Nonprofit Sector: Nonprofit Local headquarters: Indian Hill What the company does: It encourages conservation and appreciation of nature by providing the public, particularly children, opportunities to study plant and animal life in their natural settings as well as the appreciation of music and culture. Why one employee loves working there: "I work on a farm with beautiful forests, gardens, pastures and livestock."

Division: Large Year founded: 1914 Ownership: Government Sector: Education – services to individuals, teachers and districts Local headquarters: Forest Park What the company does: It provides services such as curriculum design and special education to school districts, nonprofits and other governmental agencies. Why one employee loves working there: "I get to do what I love at the place that I love."

Division: Small Year founded: 2007 Ownership: Public Sector: Health care – pharmacy Local headquarters: Florence What the company does: It's a leading online pharmacy, authorized in all 50 states. Why one employee loves working there: "This is the only company I've ever worked at where I feel valued, adequately rewarded and motivated."

Division: Small Year founded: 1999 Ownership: Private Sector: Consulting – corporate wellness Local headquarters: Cincinnati What the company does: It offers its clients' employees biometric health screening, health coaching and programming. Why one employee loves working there: "I feel supported by my managers and am given the autonomy to make decisions and create my own schedule."

Division: Midsize Year founded: 1990 Ownership: Private Sector: Financial services Local headquarters: Burlington What the company does: It's a hometown bank that now is the ninth-largest in the Cincinnati region. Why one employee loves working there: "I'm not pressured to sell and push products that don't help clients."

Division: Large Year founded: 1996 Ownership: Public Sector: Casino Local headquarters: Lawrenceburg What the company does: It's a casino that also has dining and entertainment offerings. Why one employee loves working there: "My bosses are understanding and caring. I love my workplace."

Division: Large Year founded: 1975 Ownership: Private Sector: Real estate –agents/brokers Local headquarters: Fort Mitchell What the company does: It's a full-service realty firm – buy, sell, mortgage, title, insurance, warranty and relocation. Why one employee loves working there: "Huff allows me to produce at my own pace and doesn’t criticize when things are slower than planned."

Division: Small Year founded: 1984 Ownership: Private Sector: Hotel Local headquarters: Cincinnati What the company does: It offers the city's largest ballroom plus 14 additional meeting rooms as well as 491 guest rooms (including 14 suites.)  Why one employee loves working there: "I worked her pre-COVID and just came back. They made me feel like I was never gone!"

Division: Small Year founded: 1969 Ownership: Nonprofit Sector: Human and social services Local headquarters: Cincinnati What the company does: It provides mental health, vocational, and substance abuse services to youth and adults with severe mental illness. Why one employee loves working there: "Managers care about my ideas for helping clients and implement many of the suggestions I have."

Division: Midsize Year founded: 1954 Ownership: Government Sector: Education – public school system Local headquarters: Indian Hill What the company does: It provides K-12 education to more than 2,100 students. Why one employee loves working there: "I get to help young students grow and learn to become successful adults."

Division: Small Year founded: 2010 Ownership: Private Sector: IT – digital analytics consulting Local headquarters: Blue Ash What the company does: It provides digital analytics consulting, including on base scan reporting, real-time monitoring, and privacy and compliance. Why one employee loves working there: "I get to work with intelligent and friendly people who encourage and uplift me."

Division: Small Year founded: 2011 Ownership: Private Sector: Management and technology consulting Local headquarters: Cincinnati What the company does: It's a management and IT consulting social enterprise that's a force for good as a certified B corporation. Why one employee loves working there: "I've never been at a company that recognizes their employees so well."

Division: Midsize Year founded: 1975 Ownership: Public Sector: Market research Local headquarters: Cincinnati What the company does: It's the world’s third-largest market research company, present in 90 markets and employing more than 18,000 people. Why one employee loves working there: "People are encouraged to have a voice. Wins (big and small) are celebrated."

Division: Midsize Year founded: 1985 Ownership: Private Sector: Paper and paper products Local headquarters: Lebanon What the company does: It provides eco-friendly, high-performing, flexible packaging solutions and contract packaging services. Why one employee loves working there: "I get to use my hands. I get to use my knowledge."

Division: Large Year founded: 1973 Ownership: Private Sector: Vehicle sales and service Local headquarters: Milford What the company does: It's one of the 35th largest privately-held new and used vehicle dealerships in America. Why one employee loves working there: "No day is exactly the same and I enjoy taking on new tasks and challenges."

Division: Small Year founded: 1965 Ownership: Private Sector: Financial services Local headquarters: Green Township What the company does: It manages more than $18 billion in assets and serves individuals, corporations, retirement plans, foundations and endowments. Why one employee loves working there: "Having clients show appreciation for what you do for them is very rewarding."

Division: Large Year founded: 1980 Ownership: Private Sector: Manufacturing – food and beverages Local headquarters: Harrison What the company does: It sells its food products to thousands of schools, restaurants, military and government organizations, food distributors and retailers throughout North America. Why one employee loves working there: "My benefits are excellent. My bosses listen and react. There is true concern for the customers."

Division: Midsize Year founded: 1989 Ownership: Parent company Sector: Consulting Local headquarters: Blue Ash What the company does: It's a product design and development consultant. Why one employee loves working there: "There hasn't been a time where I felt bored due to lack of challenge in my job."

Division: Midsize Year founded: 1954 Ownership: Partnership Sector: Law firm Local headquarters: Cincinnati What the company does: A full-service law firm for businesses of all sizes. Why one employee loves working there: "I have been working for KMK for over 31 years. That should say it all."

Division: Midsize Year founded: 1934 Ownership: Cooperative/mutual Sector: Financial services Local headquarters: West Chester What the company does: It's a nonprofit financial institution with $1.4 billion in assets and more than 115,000 members. Why one employee loves working there: "We laugh hard and work even harder."

Division: Midsize Year founded: 1985 Ownership: Private Sector: Research and development Local headquarters: Evendale What the company does: It accelerates product innovation within a broad array of industries including medical, consumer electronics, transportation, aerospace and consumer packaged goods. Why one employee loves working there: "Getting to work from home and therefore see my family more is a major benefit."

Division: Small Year founded: 2007 Ownership: Private Sector: Services – special events and catering Local headquarters: Florence What the company does: It's a franchisor of mobile shaved ice vending. Why one employee loves working there: "At Kona Ice, all ideas are heard, even the bad ones."

Division: Small Year founded: 1987 Ownership: Private Sector: Plumbing, electric and HVAC Local headquarters: Covington What the company does: It provides residential and commercial clients plumbing, electrical and HVAC installation and repair.  Why one employee loves working there: "I get to see the impact I make on our community."

Division: Small Year founded: 1956 Ownership: Private Sector: Architecture/engineering Local headquarters: Cincinnati What the company does: It's a team of more than 75 architects, engineers, interior designers and urban planners who have created landmarks across the country and around the world. Why one employee loves working there: "I love my job because I get to work on projects that really do change peoples' lives for the better."

Division: Midsize Year founded: 1987 Ownership: Private Sector: IT – custom software development and consulting Local headquarters: Deerfield Township What the company does: It's a creator of advanced business technologies, including the property management solution Rent Manager. Why one employee loves working there: "I have the ability to grow in my role and also grow into future roles."

Division: Midsize Year founded: 1972 Ownership: Nonprofit Sector: Nonprofit Local headquarters: Covington What the company does: It provides educational programs for children and parents such as early learning for children from six weeks to five years. Why one employee loves working there: "I am able to use my gifts and talents to support others along their journey."

Division: Small Year founded: 1891 Ownership: Private Sector: Workplace furniture and services Local headquarters: Sharonville What the company does: It sells workplace furniture and provides other services. Why one employee loves working there: "I look forward to coming to work and offering ideas to improve current processes."

Division: Midsize Year founded: 2009 Ownership: Public Sector: Insurance consultants and brokers Local headquarters: Cincinnati What the company does: It provides business insurance, employee health and benefits, retirement, and private client insurance solutions to organizations and individuals. Why one employee loves working there: "The company really invests in their employees, and I feel like I can progress within my position and within the company."

Division: Midsize Year founded: 1973 Ownership: Private Sector: Vehicle sales and service Local headquarters: Loveland What the company does: It sells and services new and used vehicles. Why one employee loves working there: "Everyone has a role in the dealership and everyone does it very well."

Division: Small Year founded: 2009 Ownership: Private Sector: Logistics Local headquarters: Covington What the company does: It's a freight logistics management company. Why one employee loves working there: "I love this job due to feeling ... appreciated and valued."

Division: Small Year founded: 1969 Ownership: Nonprofit Sector: Education – private primary/secondary school Local headquarters: Cincinnati What the company does: The region's first Catholic Montessori school, serving students from preschool through eighth grade. Why one employee loves working there: "Mercy has clear values, and we work together to help children grow academically, socially and spiritually."

Division: Midsize Year founded: 1975 Ownership: Public Sector: IT – hyperscale cloud provider Local headquarters: Blue Ash What the company does: It's a worldwide provider of software, IT services, devices and solutions. Why one employee loves working there: "Microsoft employees have a hand in improving people's lives across the world."

Division: Midsize Year founded: 1928 Ownership: Private Sector: Services – vehicle fleet leasing and management Local headquarters: Evendale What the company does: It specializes in fleet leasing and management.  Why one employee loves working there: "I never wake up regretting a new day."

Division: Small Year founded: 1991 Ownership: Private Sector: Animal medical devices and products Local headquarters: Florence What the company does: It makes specialty veterinary products such as feeding tubes for animals small and large. Why one employee loves working there: "We take care of animals and the company is family-oriented."

Division: Small Year founded: 1978 Ownership: Private Sector: Real estate Local headquarters: Cincinnati What the company does: It develops projects does construction and manages buildings. Why one employee loves working there: "The projects I am building will impact the lives of those in need."

Division: Midsize Year founded: 1991 Ownership: Public Sector: Biotech Local headquarters: Mason What the company does: It provides genetic tests that aid in prescribing decisions for patients suffering from depression and other mental health conditions. Why one employee loves working there: "I love helping providers to help their patients improve their mental health."

Division: Small Year founded: 2003 Ownership: Private Sector: Real estate – commercial and residential management Local headquarters: Cincinnati What the company does: It's a full-service commercial and residential property management firm. Why one employee loves working there: "They give me the training and support I need to grow."

Division: Small Year founded: 2007 Ownership: Cooperative/mutual Sector: Financial services – mortgage lending Local headquarters: Cincinnati What the company does: It's a specialist in residential mortgage loans that operates in 48 states and Washington, D.C. Why one employee loves working there: "I feel that my managers take me seriously and respect my time and my opinion."

Division: Small Year founded: 2009 Ownership: Private Sector: Logistics Local headquarters: Hamilton What the company does: It's a third-party logistics company with a focus on supply chain and transportation management. Why one employee loves working there: "The team morale is incredible."

Division: Midsize Year founded: 1919 Ownership: Private Sector: Packaging Local headquarters: Cincinnati What the company does: Founded in 1919 as Phototype and recently rebranded as the Olberding Brand Family, it's a graphics management firm that is focused on quality and service. Why one employee loves working there: "I feel like I'm part of the best graphics company in the world."

Division: Midsize Year founded: 1973 Ownership: Private Sector: Restaurants – fast food Local headquarters: NA What the company does: It's the parent company of Panda Express, Panda Inn, and Hibachi-San.  Why one employee loves working there: "I get to work with people who create a good, safe environment."

Division: Large Year founded: 1990 Ownership: Private Sector: IT – software for HR and other business solutions Local headquarters: Norwood What the company does: It makes cloud-based HR, payroll and timekeeping software. Why one employee loves working there: "Employees are recognized for their efforts when going above and beyond expectations."

Division: Small Year founded: 1977 Ownership: Private Sector: Services – third party administration, recordkeeping, wealth management Local headquarters: Cincinnati What the company does: It focuses primarily on corporate retirement plans and wealth management clients in the Ohio, Kentucky and Indiana region. Why one employee loves working there: "My coworkers are my extended family members."

Division: Small Year founded: 1951 Ownership: Private Sector: HVAC – design, build, service and maintenance Local headquarters: Sharonville What the company does: It provides commercial HVAC services as well as green building solutions and mechanical design-build services.  Why one employee loves working there: "I love my job because my manager trusts and appreciates me."

Division: Midsize Year founded: 1991 Ownership: Public Sector: Real estate – commercial  Local headquarters: Sycamore Township What the company does: For 25 years, it has focused on the owning and operating grocery-anchored shopping centers,  Why one employee loves working there: "My manager always takes the time to teach me and answer my questions."

Division: Midsize Year founded: 1921 Ownership: Private Sector: Moving, warehousing and logistics Local headquarters: West Chester What the company does: It's a comprehensive relocation company that provides moving, warehousing, transportation, project management and logistics services. Why one employee loves working there: "Everyone on my team gives their very best, is solution-focused, and cares about doing their job well."

Division: Small Year founded: 1929 Ownership: Nonprofit Sector: Health care Local headquarters: Cincinnati What the company does: It provides access to high-quality health care and education. Why one employee loves working there: "I feel as if I am constantly learning and that is something that I value in a job."

Division: Midsize Year founded: 2001 Ownership: Private Sector: Real estate – development, construction and management Local headquarters: Sycamore Township What the company does: It owns and manages residential properties in southwest Ohio and Northern Kentucky. Why one employee loves working there: "We have fun while doing what we need to do."

Division: Midsize Year founded: 1996 Ownership: Private Sector: Services – custom build/design/automation project solutions Local headquarters: Springdale What the company does: It guides companies and their projects in the chemical, pharmaceutical, food and beverage, consumer product and automotive and metals sectors. Why one employee loves working there: "I value the camaraderie and willingness of everyone to share their knowledge and experience."

Division: Midsize Year founded: 2011 Ownership: Private Sector: Services – staffing Local headquarters: Norwood What the company does: It offers contract, contract-to-hire, direct placement and management services across a wide variety of industries. Why one employee loves working there: "Everyone helps. No job is 'beneath' anyone or seen as a waste of time."

Division: Small Year founded: 1985 Ownership: Private Sector: Services – business technology Local headquarters: Blue Ash What the company does: It provides managed IT, cybersecurity, enterprise content management and digital transformation solutions. Why one employee loves working there: "Great culture. Great people. Focused on customer, community and team."

Division: Small Year founded: 2011 Ownership: Private Sector: Health care – home services Local headquarters: Sycamore Township What the company does: It's a private duty home care company that services individuals in their home setting with their everyday needs. Why one employee loves working there: "I love what I do. I love coming to help the elderly."

Division: Large Year founded: 1978 Ownership: Private Sector: Services – telecommunications and cable Local headquarters: Blue Ash What the company does: It provides call center outsourcing both inbound and outbound solutions to full-service market research, strategic digital strategy and technical support services. Why one employee loves working there: "They live their values rather than just post them on the wall."

Division: Small Year founded: 1954 Ownership: Private Sector: Construction –  commercial/industrial coating, wallcovering, sandblasting and fireproofing Local headquarters: Covington What the company does: It's the Cincinnati region's oldest painting and coatings contractor. Why one employee loves working there: "There is never a dull moment."

Division: Small Year founded: 1965 Ownership: Private Sector: Law firm Local headquarters: Cincinnati What the company does: The firm focuses on disputes and litigation, real estate, business and corporate law and personal planning. Why one employee loves working there: "The work is complex and rewarding. The group of employees is supportive and driven."

Division: Small Year founded: 1982 Ownership: Nonprofit Sector: Human and social services Local headquarters: Cincinnati What the company does: It offers the compassion, support and the comfort of home to families with critically ill children, steps away from the medical care they need. Why one employee loves working there: "I know I am making a positive impact on families going through a difficult time."

Division: Small Year founded: 1998 Ownership: Private Sector: Direct marketing Local headquarters: Norwood What the company does: It provides classroom design and equipment, including expert space planning, ready-to-ship inventory and hassle-free installation. Why one employee loves working there: "The atmosphere in the office is fun … and people really care about each other."

Division: Small Year founded: 1981 Ownership: Private Sector: Health care Local headquarters: Mason What the company does: It provides the long term care industry with pharmacy products and services. Why one employee loves working there: "I love the people who work here and feel that we make a difference."

Division: Small Year founded: 1961 Ownership: Nonprofit Sector: Health care – senior living community Local headquarters: Covington What the company does: It serves the Northern Kentucky community's senior adults, their families and caregivers.  Why one employee loves working there: "I get to make a positive impact daily, both with individual residents and for our community."

Division: Small Year founded: 1843 Ownership: Private Sector: Education – private primary/secondary Local headquarters: Green Township What the company does: It's a K-8 Catholic elementary school serving 536 students. Why one employee loves working there: "The children are wonderful to work with and I absolutely love my coworkers."

Division: Small Year founded: 2006 Ownership: Private Sector: Health care – specialty home services Local headquarters: Blue Ash What the company does: It provides specialist care in the fields of orthopedics, neurology, infusions and hospice. Why one employee loves working there: "The best company I have ever worked for the way they operate and treat their employees and patients."

Division: Midsize Year founded: 2007 Ownership: Private Sector: Health care Local headquarters: Green Township What the company does: It provides medication-assisted treatment focusing primarily on opioid-use disorders. Why one employee loves working there: "Team members care about the patients and the care delivered."

Division: Small Year founded: 1992 Ownership: Private Sector: Business and technology consulting Local headquarters: Sycamore Township What the company does: It's a  boutique business and technology consulting firm focusing on local clients. Why one employee loves working there: "SEI really has the culture that many companies claim to have but don’t; the culture that every company should strive for but can’t."

Division: Midsize Year founded: 1885 Ownership: Private Sector: Law firm Local headquarters: Cincinnati What the company does: It's a full-service law firm with more than 600 lawyers in nine offices throughout Ohio, Minnesota, Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, and Arizona. Why one employee loves working there: "Doing sophisticated work with great colleagues and clients."

Division: Large Year founded: 1965 Ownership: Nonprofit Sector: Human and social services Local headquarters: Cincinnati What the company does: Its network of services focuses on prevention, assessment, treatment and reintegration. Why one employee loves working there: "I have the freedom to make my personal life work as well as job life."

Division: Small Year founded: 1979 Ownership: Parent company Sector: Consumer goods Local headquarters: NA What the company does: It's a manufacturer of high-performance golf equipment, golf balls and accessories. Why one employee loves working there: "I am allowed to come to work and do my job freely without having someone right over the top of me."

Division: Small Year founded: 1985 Ownership: Nonprofit Sector: Human and social services - housing Local headquarters: Cincinnati What the company does: It provides permanent housing and supportive services for homeless adults with histories of severe mental illness. Why one employee loves working there: "I know my work directly and positively impacts the lives of a very vulnerable and marginalized population."

Division: Large Year founded: 2003 Ownership: Private Sector: Manufacturing – consumer goods Local headquarters: Sharonville What the company does: It's the parent company of three consumer brands: Gorilla Glue, O'Keeffe's Skincare and Sapadilla Soap. Why one employee loves working there: "People are genuine and want to do what is right."

Division: Small Year founded: 2007 Ownership: Partnership Sector: Services – industrial staffing Local headquarters: Norwood What the company does: It has more than 21 centers across eight states: Ohio, Kentucky, Indiana, New Hampshire, Massachusetts, Missouri, Connecticut and Texas. Why one employee loves working there: "It's super rewarding seeing people obtain a career with a little bit of our help."

Division: Small Year founded: 2015 Ownership: Private Sector: Services – staffing Local headquarters: Blue Ash What the company does: It focuses on recruiting for the industrial, manufacturing, professional and engineering sectors. Why one employee loves working there: "I get to work with passionate, driven people every day."

Division: Small Year founded: 2000 Ownership: Private Sector: Services – risk management Local headquarters: Cincinnati What the company does: It's a risk management company specializing in workers’ compensation claims management, group-rating programs, self-insurance administration and nationwide unemployment cost-control. Why one employee loves working there: "Matrix truly feels like a family where everyone is valued, appreciated and included."

Division: Small Year founded: 1977 Ownership: Private Sector: Construction – specialty Local headquarters: Newtown What the company does: It specializes in high-performance sports fields and progressive infill solutions. Why one employee loves working there: "At Motz, you get the feeling that we're building something special."

Division: Midsize Year founded: 1996 Ownership: Private Sector: Health care – medical practice Local headquarters: Norwood What the company does: It provides medical and surgical care of the urinary tract in men and women and the reproductive system in men. Why one employee loves working there: "My supervisor makes the work environment a fun place."

Division: Large Year founded: 1997 Ownership: Private Sector: Logistics Local headquarters: Union Township What the company does: It's one of the largest freight brokerage firms in the nation with 56 offices in 26 states employing more than 8,000  people. Why one employee loves working there: "Every day when you walk in the door, the expectation is to do the best you can."

Division: Large Year founded: 1961 Ownership: Private Sector: Real estate – property management Local headquarters: Cincinnati What the company does: It manages a diverse real estate portfolio consisting of apartments, condominium and homeowners associations, commercial and retail space, as well as recreational facilities. Why one employee loves working there: "I have a great boss and the work keeps me motivated and busy."

Division: Large Year founded: 2009 Ownership: Nonprofit Sector: Health care Local headquarters: West Chester What the company does: The hospital, part of the UC Health system, has 166 adult beds and 33 infant bassinets. Why one employee loves working there: "The culture here is very caring and inclusive."

Division: Midsize Year founded: 1984 Ownership: Private Sector: Consulting services – ealth care Local headquarters: Norwood What the company does: It provides health care systems solutions for coding, health information management and clinical documentation.  Why one employee loves working there: "First place I have worked where I actually feel like I am valued."

Division: Small Year founded: 2003 Ownership: Private Sector: IT – enterprise software Local headquarters: Sycamore Township What the company does: It provides technology solutions to assist medical professionals in automating complex tasks and providing life-saving treatments to patients. Why one employee loves working there: "I am consistently challenged by the work I do, which makes completing a task rewarding."

Division: Midsize Year founded: 1950 Ownership: Private Sector: Manufacturing – industrial instrumentation Local headquarters: Cincinnati What the company does: It makes sensors for measurement of level, point level, pressure as well as equipment and software for integration into process control systems. Why one employee loves working there: "I am able to see and learn something new each day in my role."

Division: Small Year founded: 2017 Ownership: Private Sector: Financial services – commercial equipment financing Local headquarters: Blue Ash What the company does: It's one of the top 10 biggest independent equipment finance companies in America. Why one employee loves working there: "We collectively want to grow and build a company that is a leader in its industry while having a lot of fun doing it."

Division: Small Year founded: 1919 Ownership: Private Sector: Real estate – property management Local headquarters: Cincinnati What the company does: It develops, builds and manages apartment communities. Why one employee loves working there: "Leadership is inspiring and truly cares about their clients, residents and employees."

Division: Small Year founded: 1946 Ownership: Private Sector: Certified public accountants and consultants Local headquarters: Fort Wright What the company does: It's one of the largest private CPA and advisory firms in the region, with workers in Ohio, Kentucky and Indiana. Why one employee loves working there: "It gives me the opportunity to work with some of the best businesses in the city.