Springfield-based Bass Pro Shops was named one of “America’s Best Employers” by "Forbes” magazine for its excellence as an employee-focused company.

"Forbes” determined the best employers through an independent survey of 20,000 employees at companies with at least 2,500 people. Employees from about 3,700 companies responded to the survey. Participation in the survey was voluntary. Respondents were asked anonymously through several online panels if they'd recommend their employer, or any other employers in their industry, to a potential employee.

“Bass Pro Shops has grown to be a leader in retail thanks to our dedicated, resourceful team of associates who we view as family,” Bass Pro Shops Founder Johnny Morris said. “We are honored to receive this distinction as we strive every day to take care of our staff as well as they take care of our customers.”

The "Forbes” list is available at: http://www.forbes.com/best-employers/.