Publix

Publix is the largest employee-owned grocery chain in the United States, founded in 1930 and headquartered in Lakeland, Florida. The company operates a network of retail food supermarkets, offering a diverse range of products that include dairy items, deli selections, bakery goods, meat and seafood, as well as health and beauty care products and pharmacy items. With over 200,000 associates, Publix is committed to maintaining a stable workforce, having avoided layoffs and operating without long-term debt. The company continues to experience consistent growth year after year.