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Forbes named Centric Consulting among America’s Best Management Consulting Firms for the 11th consecutive year.

DAYTON, Ohio, March 17, 2026 — Centric Consulting announces that Forbes has recognized it as one of America’s Best Management Consulting Firms for the 11th consecutive year—every year since the list’s inception. Forbes and Statista Inc., a leading statistics portal and industry ranking provider, present this award, which is based on a survey of more than 1,250 clients and 1,150 consultants. According to the Forbes article, “Each survey respondent evaluated consulting firms in 33 possible categories consisting of 16 client industries (including consumer goods, healthcare and insurance) and 17 functional areas (such as AI, marketing and sustainability).” Consulting firms continue to prioritize AI and outcomes-based services this year. Forbes noted that about 90% of companies on the list retained their standing, with one notable change: the AI category saw a double-digit jump in awards year-over-year, underscoring its growing significance within the consulting landscape. Centric has met client demand in this space by offering comprehensive AI consulting services spanning strategy and governance, AI augmentation and modernization, and agent development and integration. "Our clients don't come to us for experiments. They come to us for results," said Larry English, CEO of Centric Consulting. "In a time of rapid technological change and increased business risk, they want concrete steps to shift strategies and see real outcomes fast." Centric has met that demand, implementing AI agent solutions that drive measurable impact at the core of their clients' business challenges. "Being recognized by Forbes again tells us our clients trust us as true partners in that work," English added. See the full list and methodology.

About Centric Consulting

Centric Consulting is the right partner — committed to delivering tailored solutions and unmatched experiences. For 26 years, the international management consulting firm has combined the benefits of deep experience, flexibility, and cost efficiency to solve its clients’ toughest problems. Its teams include strategic advisors and the best talent from across the United States and India with expertise in areas like artificial intelligence, cyber risk and compliance, people and change, business applications, and more. The firm builds teams that can scale up or down quickly based on client needs, industry, and desired outcomes. Headquartered in Ohio, with 1,400 employees and 14 locations, Centric has been honored with over 100 awards for its commitment to employees, clients and communities. Visit http://www.centricconsulting.com to learn more.