Cox Communications has earned a coveted spot on The 2007 DiversityInc Top 50 Companies for Diversity® list.

"Cox Communications is much different from the average corporation; it is a true champion of diversity," notes Luke Visconti, partner and cofounder of DiversityInc, a monthly business magazine and daily Web site. "A total of 317 companies competed for a spot, a 100 percent increase in corporate participation in the Top 50 competition over the last three years."

"We are delighted that DiversityInc has recognized Cox as a top company for diversity for the second consecutive year," said Pat Esser, President. "At Cox, diversity is a critical part of our culture, values and operations. It is truly a business priority throughout the company, including the areas of recruitment, hiring and employee development, supplier outreach, community support, and the products and services we offer our customers." Cox moved up to No. 25 on the 2007 list, from No. 32 last year, and also ranked as the No. 8 company for African Americans.

Now in its seventh year, The DiversityInc Top 50 Companies for Diversity list is the largest competition of its kind. The list is determined solely from a comprehensive survey of diversity management that measures CEO Commitment, Human Capital, Corporate Communications and Supplier Diversity.

The Top 50 list was unveiled during a live video Webcast earlier this month. To see the webcast and the complete list of Top 50 winners, visit www.DiversityInc.com/top50.