​This year's 50 winning workplaces were chosen on the basis of such measures as generous pay and benefits, interesting and meaningful work, great work/life balance, opportunities to learn and grow, commitment to charity and community, and the recognition and respect given to employees. Among Washingtonian's 50 winning workplaces, there are a mix of sizes with companies ranging from 11 employees to 8,000. The winners also feature representatives from various industries including information-technology firms such as TRX, government contractors, financial firms, nonprofits, and many more.