Lakeland, Fla. — Publix has been named one of the 2021 Best Workplaces in Retail by Fortune, ranking No. 5 of the 15 best large retail workplaces. With more than 1,280 stores across seven states, Publix associates named its resources, culture and giving back as reasons they enjoy working there. “Our company was founded over 90 years ago on philosophies and principles that still guide us today,” says Maria Brous, director of communications at Publix. “We care about the well-being of our associates by providing them with the tools they …