Fintech company Jack Henry ® (Nasdaq ticker: JKHY) has once again been selected for the 2026 “Top 100 Favorite Workplaces in the U.S.” list compiled by Best Practice Institute, ranking 12th. This marks the fifth consecutive year that the company has made it into the top 20 of this list.
Jack Henry President and CEO, Greg Adelson, stated: "To be recognized once again as one of the most beloved workplaces in the United States is a great honor. This achievement reflects the culture that our employees create together every day through dedication, collaboration, and mutual commitment. Their belief in our mission, as well as their support for each other's success, is what makes Jack Henry a workplace that people are proud of."
This list was published as a custom feature for The Wall Street Journal, and the selection criteria are based on research on how employees perceive their workplace, including whether they feel respected, whether they believe in the company's future, and whether their personal values are reflected in the company's way of operating.
The founder and CEO of Best Practice Institute, the creator of Most Loved Workplace ® certification and ranking system, Louis Carter stated: "What sets these organizations apart is that responsibility is not solely borne by a few individuals. Everyone within the organization is encouraged to contribute ideas, take on responsibilities, solve problems, and drive the business forward. They create opportunities for growth for people, trust and respect one another, and put their ideas into action."
For a complete list of the "Top 100 Favorite Workplaces in the U.S." for 2026 and company profiles, click here. To view the special coverage in The Wall Street Journal, you can also click here.
Regarding Jack Henry & Associates, Inc.®
Jack Henry (Nasdaq ticker: JKHY) is a comprehensive fintech company dedicated to strengthening the connection between financial institutions and their clients. As a component of the S&P 500 index, the company values openness, collaboration, and a user-centric approach. It provides banks and credit unions with an active ecosystem composed of internally developed modern capabilities and supports integration with leading fintech companies. For over 50 years, Jack Henry has been offering technical solutions to help customers innovate more quickly, create strategic differentiation, and compete successfully while meeting the ever-changing needs of account holders. Through people-oriented innovation, personalized services, and insight-driven solutions, the company empowers approximately 7,200 clients, helping to lower the barriers to achieving financial well-being. For more information, visit jackhenry.com.
Regarding Most Loved Workplace ®
Most Loved Workplace ® is a global workplace certification and recognition program supported by research conducted by Best Practice Institute. Its Love of Workplace Index ® measures the emotional connection between employees and organizations, providing a basis for the certification and recognition process. The research behind this SPARK model is detailed in Louis Carter's book In Great Company (McGraw-Hill, 2019). For more information, please visit mostlovedworkplace.com.
About Best Practice Institute
Best Practice Institute is a leadership development and benchmarking research institution, as well as the research organization behind Most Loved Workplace ®. BPI studies workplace culture and collaborates with organizations to work on leadership, talent, and organizational performance.
