Manny Maceda, Bain & Company worldwide managing partner, said this is the fourth time in 11 years that Bain has been given the No. 1 spot on this list. “We view investments in our people as investments in the firm’s future leaders,” he said.

He said the company’s sponsorship programs ensure all employees, “no matter their gender, race or sexual identity, are positioned to thrive in their Bain careers and beyond.” The company, he said, has doubled-down on such efforts over the past year.