Leavitt Group has been named the top large employer in the 2026 Best Places to Work in Insurance program, according to a November 4 report. The program is presented by Business Insurance and Best Companies Group.
This recognition marks the third consecutive year Leavitt Group has appeared on the list. It represents the company's first No. 1 ranking among participating companies that employ 1,000 or more people in the United States.
Eric Leavitt, chairman and CEO at Leavitt Group, stated that being named a best place to work is an honor that means a great deal to the company. He said the organization aims to be a place where employees find purpose and have the opportunity to build good lives for themselves and their families.
The Best Companies Group evaluates participating employers through a two-part assessment. This process involves employers completing a questionnaire regarding company policies, practices, and demographics, while employees participate in a survey to measure engagement and satisfaction.
These assessments measure employee satisfaction across eight specific areas: leadership and planning, corporate culture and communication, role satisfaction, work environment, supervisor relationships, training and development, pay and benefits, and overall engagement. Because employee feedback is part of the assessment, the rankings reflect the actual experiences of employees within the participating organizations.
Brooke MacNaughtan, chief people and community officer at Leavitt Group, said the recognition provides a sense of what it is like to work at the company. She noted that the honor is significant for those considering where to build a career and expressed pride in offering opportunities for employees to develop talents and build rewarding careers.
The 2026 list includes various industry providers, including insurance agents, brokers, and insurers, with organizations ranging from 25 employees to more than 10,000.
Leavitt Group is one of the largest privately held insurance brokerages in the nation. The company operates with a mission to build, serve, and perpetuate independent insurance agencies through partnerships with local co-owners. With over 70 years in the insurance industry, the firm maintains an extensive network of more than 80 agencies and 290 locations across 31 states.
