Awards and recognitions

Guardian’s commitment to inspire well-being and create a better future is reflected in the awards and recognitions we have received.

Discover what others have to say about Guardian

Leadership and industry
Park Avenue Securities named Best in Wealth Management by Markets Media
Park Avenue Securities, a wholly owned subsidiary of Guardian, has been named Best in Wealth Management at the 2024 Markets Media Markets Choice Award. Recognized the broker-dealer for its commitment to its financial professionals, approach to client service and relationship management, and spirit of innovation.
Customer service
Guardian and Park Avenue Securities teams recognized by DALBAR for 20 consecutive years
Guardian and Park Avenue Securities have once again earned DALBAR Service Awards. In addition to the Park Avenue Securities Contact Center and Guardian Individual Life and Individual Disability Contact Centers claiming the number one and number two rankings.
Employer of Choice
Guardian Among “America’s Best Large Employers” (2025)
Guardian recognized by Forbes as one of "America’s Best Large Employers 2025" for the third year in a row.

Leadership and industry
Insurance Asset Risk named Nick Liolis named Chief Innovation Officer of the year (2024)
The scale and innovative approach of the HPS Investment Partners deal was the catalyst for this award.
Customer service
Guardian Recognized by J.D. Power for Outstanding Customer Service
Guardian has been recognized by J.D. Power for providing "An Outstanding Customer Service Experience" for phone support in its Certified Customer Service Program. This year’s recognition highlights the performance of Guardian’s Individual Life Contact Center, which has been honored by J.D. Power for the past 7 years.
Employer of choice
Park Avenue Securities recognized as Employer of Choice Excellence Awardee by InvestmentNews
InvestmentNews recognized Park Avenue Securities as an Excellence Awardee in its Employer of Choice category.