Guardian recognized by Forbes as one of America’s Best Large Employers in 2025

For the fourth year in a row, Guardian is included for its positive culture and work environment

NEW YORK, N.Y., February 19, 2025 - The Guardian Life Insurance Company of America® (Guardian) announced today it was named to Forbes’ 2025 list of “America’s Best Large Employers” for the fourth consecutive year. Reflecting the company's purpose to inspire well-being®, Guardian was recognized as a workplace that nurtures talent and encourages innovation.

“We are honored to once again be named by Forbes as one of America’s best large employers,” said Stacey Hoin, Chief Human Resources Officer. “Being recognized highlights Guardian’s dedication to fulfilling our purpose and celebrating our colleagues as everyday champions of well-being. This is a reflection of how our colleague value proposition (CVP) is contributing to a work culture that supports, inspires, and empowers Guardian employees to succeed in growing their careers with us.”

Guardian designed its CVP to help colleagues thrive by providing competitive, flexible benefits and rewards, enriching professional development opportunities, and offering inclusive and meaningful connections. The CVP helps the company prioritize where it can best invest resources to ensure its colleagues feel seen, heard, valued, and respected.

The annual list is determined by Forbes and market research company Statista in a survey of over 210,000 workers from some of the largest companies in the United States. Companies are recognized as one of “America’s Best Large Employers” through surveys of current and former employees to gauge overall willingness to recommend their employer or other organizations in the same industry. Survey participants are asked to evaluate employers and companies on factors like workplace environment and conditions, salary and opportunities for development.

Click the link to see the full list of Forbes’ “America’s Best Large Employers” for 2025.

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About Guardian

Guardian makes a difference in the lives of people when they need us most. With over 160 years of stability and fiscal integrity, we are a trusted resource to generations of families and business owners, inspiring well-being and helping build financial confidence. Today, we stand behind millions of consumers, helping them prepare and plan for a bright future for themselves and their families. We help business owners care for their employees. And we help people recover and thrive in times of unexpected loss. As a modern mutual insurance company, we believe in driving value beyond dividends. We invest in our colleagues, are building an inclusive and innovative culture, and are helping to uplift communities through thoughtful corporate impact programs. Guardian, which is based in New York City, is a leading provider of life, disability, dental, and other benefits, and has received accolades for its culture and service. Our colleagues and financial professionals serve with care and experience, and our commitments rest on a strong financial foundation, which included a 2025 dividend allocation of $1.6 billion – the largest in the company's history. For more information, visit guardianlife.com or follow us on Facebook, LinkedIn, and YouTube.