Progressive secured the top position on America’s Best Employers for Company Culture 2026 list based on evaluations from more than 217,000 employees and industry peers. The No.1 ranking underscores the insurer’s people-first focus and its recognition as a culture leader across the insurance sector.

Progressive Listens, a companywide feedback program launched this year, enhanced communication channels and reinforced the company’s commitment to acting on staff input. Annual Gallup engagement surveys consistently placed the insurer in the 98th percentile, reflecting high employee satisfaction and engagement levels.

Drawing on employee feedback, Progressive enriched its Volunteer Time Off program with organized group volunteer days and expanded counseling through six free Employee Assistance Program sessions per issue. The company also introduced personalized 401(k) options and integrated belonging and well-being measures into its culture survey.

Executive leadership, including CEO Tricia Griffith’s personal engagement with new hires, drives culture enhancements through the Destination: Progress branding campaign. The top-down approach prioritizes ‘people before us,’ ensuring leaders at every level foster inclusive environments that encourage risk-taking, learning and growth.