Global hospitality company, Hilton has bagged the top spot on the prestigious 2020 Fortune Best Companies to Work For in the U.S. list for the second consecutive year. The recently unveiled 2020 list features 100 companies throughout the country, who were recognised for their extraordinary workplace culture.
The top 10 Best Companies to Work For on this year’s list are:
- Hilton
- Ultimate Software
- Wegmans Food Markets
- Cisco
- Workday
- Salesforce
- Edward Jones
- Stryker
- American Express
- Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants
Commenting on the occasion, Chris Nassetta, President and CEO, Hilton said, “Our Team Members are truly the driving force behind our incredible workplace culture. They are the heart and soul of our Hilton family and are responsible for delivering on the promise we make to our guests to provide exceptional experiences both here in the U.S. and around the world.” Further, “There is no more fitting way to begin our next century of hospitality than by celebrating our Team Members and thanking each and every one of them for the meaningful ways – big and small – they have created a welcoming place for all.” In the past year alone, Hilton has improved its industry-leading programs and benefits by expanding its parental leave policy, introducing additional development opportunities and comprehensive benefits tailored for the veteran community, and launching an industry-first partnership with Milk Stork to make travel easier for working parents.
These thoughtful enhancements join Hilton’s other comprehensive Team Member benefits including generous paid time off and exclusive Team Member travel perks and discounts, paid sabbatical opportunities, and extensive continuing education and career development programs. Most recently, Hilton has invested in new tools and a leadership development framework to create pathways for new responsibility, career advancement and continuous learning opportunities for Team Members at every level.
“This recognition speaks to the results of our ongoing efforts to create an inclusive workplace that gives all of our Team Members a sense of family and belonging,” said Matt Schuyler, Chief Human Resources Officer, Hilton. “We are honored to be recognized as the best company to work for and grateful to our Team Members for the unique and diverse experiences they bring to work every day that strengthen our culture and truly make Hilton a great place to work for all.”
Some findings from this year’s ranking of the 100 Best Companies to Work for:
- 37% of this year’s 100 Best Companies have a workforce that is more than 50 percent female.
- 12% of the companies on the list pay 100 percent of health care benefits for full-time employees.
- Millennials represent 49% of the workforce at the 100 Best Companies, while Gen Z employees constitute 2% of their teams.
