IRVINE, Calif.— Global security and facility services provider Allied Universal has been named to TIME Magazine’s inaugural list of America’s Best Private Companies 2026.
Allied Universal ranks No. 72 on the list of 500 privately held companies across the United States. The ranking “evaluates privately held companies based on employee satisfaction and company impact,” according to the company announcement.
“Being recognized by TIME is a tremendous honor and a reflection of the extraordinary people who make Allied Universal what it is today,” says Steve Jones, global chairman and CEO of Allied Universal, in the company announcement.
“Our team members show up every day with professionalism, integrity and a clear sense of purpose,” he says. “Their commitment to our clients, our communities and our shared mission continues to drive our success and distinguish Allied Universal as the industry leader.”
Why is Allied on TIME’s Best Private Companies List?
In its first ranking of America’s best private companies, TIME measured employee satisfaction through survey data from approximately 217,000 U.S. employees over the past three years, including recommendations from current and former employees and evaluations of employers across areas such as image, atmosphere, working conditions, salary and equality.
Company impact was assessed “based on Allied Universal’s contributions to helping ensure safer communities, employment opportunities, workforce training, client and public safety and responsible business practices,” according to the company announcement.
