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

Customer service
Guardian and Park Avenue Securities teams recognized by DALBAR for 21 consecutive years
Guardian and Park Avenue Securities have once again earned DALBAR Service Awards, with Guardian’s Individual Life, Individual Disability, and Annuity Contact Centers, as well as the Park Avenue Securities Contact Center, each ranking highest in their respective award categories.
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 certified by J.D. Power for the past eight years.
Employer of choice
Guardian and Park Avenue® Wealth Management named 2026 Excellence Awardees by InvestmentNews
Guardian earned a nomination for Annuities Provider of the Year, alongside Park Avenue's third consecutive recognition in the Broker‑Dealer of the Year category.

Employer of Choice
Guardian Among “America’s Best Large Employers” (2025)
Forbes list of America’s Best Large Employers 2025. Guardian is recognized for the third year in a row.
Employer of Choice
Guardian Recognized as “Best Place to Work for Disability Inclusion” (2026)
Guardian achieved a top score on the Disability Index for 2026 and was recognized for the fourth consecutive year as a Best Place to Work for Disability Inclusion by Disability:IN.
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.