Would you like to work in a place where the more talented people rise faster than the average worker, regardless of seniority, friendliness with management, or any other non-skill based measure?
Over the last 30 years I've seen this happen to some people, myself included, in every place I've worked. But it's a very tough question to give an absolute answer.
To some degree, I think this already happens. One way or another (either within the company or by moving on) the most talented people do rise quickly. There will always be exceptions of course but for the most part this is what I've seen over the years.
Enjoy!