Oklahoma Companies Named Best Places to Work

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OKLAHOMA CITY -- Four Oklahoma-based companies were ranked in the top 100 best places to work in 2009.

Oklahoma City based Devon Energy had the state's highest rank at 13 in the standings released Thursday by FORTUNE Magazine.

Chesapeake Energy and American Fidelity Assurance, both of Oklahoma City, and Tulsa-based QuikTrip also made the list. View the full listing on FORTUNE's Web site.

"While making the FORTUNE list is wonderful recognition for the company, it says even more about our employees," Devon's chairman and chief executive officer Larry Nichols said in a press release. "Their values and their commitment are what make Devon a great place to work."

It is the sixth straight year America Fidelity has made the list.

"All of our efforts help us support a unique corporate culture with an eye toward providing for more than just success in business, but also fostering a positive work environment," said AFA CEO Bill Cameron. "We greatly appreciate the national acknowledgment of these efforts and fully believe our colleagues deserve much of the credit."

FORTUNE's Profiles and Rankings:

• No. 13 - Devon Energy
• No. 27 - QuikTrip
• No. 46 - American Fidelity Assurance
• No. 73 - Chesapeake Energy