Bread Financial® closes 2024 with national, global award recognitions
In recent months Bread Financial®, a tech-forward financial services company that provides simple, personalized payment, lending and saving solutions, earned numerous national and global workplace awards. Recognized by reputable organizations such as TIME and Newsweek, these award wins highlight Bread Financial’s responsible business practices, as well as its dedication to cultivating a positive and inclusive workplace that encourages innovation and collaboration, while prioritizing the overall well-being of its associates.
“Our mission is to create an environment where our associates can flourish,” said Brandy Sullivan, senior vice president and chief people and culture officer, Bread Financial. “By continuously improving our programs, policies and benefits, we ensure our team members feel appreciated, understood and supported. Being acknowledged as a leading employer on both a national and global scale is a testament to our commitment, and I am immensely proud of our people and culture team for their unwavering dedication to meeting the evolving needs of our associates and creating an environment that both attracts and retains top talent while responsibly and sustainably meeting our business goals.”
Newsweek’s America’s Most Responsible Companies and World's Most Trustworthy
Newsweek, a modern global digital news organization, recently ranked Bread Financial 122 out of 600 on its “America’s Most Responsible Companies 2025” list, which showcases publicly traded companies that prioritize corporate responsibility. Bread Financial’s inclusion on the list for the third -consecutive year reflects ongoing efforts to incorporate sustainability principles throughout its business to foster collaboration, drive supportive programs and deliver a measurable impact for stakeholders. Learn more about Bread Financial’s sustainability strategy here.
Bread Financial was also ranked 14th among financial services and investment organizations in Newsweek’s “World’s Most Trustworthy Companies” list, which recognizes companies that have earned the confidence of consumers, investors and employees by producing quality products, paying employees fair wages and appointing effective leaders. In partnership with Statista, companies across the globe were evaluated through surveys and social listening analysis related to three public pillars of trust: customer trust, investor trust and employee trust.
TIME World's Best Companies
A global media brand built on 100 years of unparalleled trust and authority, TIME included Bread Financial in its “World's Best Companies of 2024” list. The ranking is compiled through a comprehensive analysis designed to identify the top-performing companies across the globe based on employee satisfaction, revenue growth and environmental, social and corporate governance (ESG) data.
OnCon Icon Awards: Top 10 Talent Acquisition Team
Based on an observation of work, peer and community voting, the OnCon Icon Awards recognizes the world’s top performing teams, with Bread Financial earning a Top 10 slot in the talent acquisition category. To secure its ranking, Bread Financial showcased the work of the global talent strategy, acquisition & experience teams in creating a top tier candidate experience and recruiting process.
About Bread Financial®
Bread Financial® (NYSE: BFH) is a tech-forward financial services company providing simple, personalized payment, lending and saving solutions. The company creates opportunities for its customers and partners through digitally enabled choices that offer ease, empowerment, financial flexibility and exceptional customer experiences. Driven by a digital-first approach, data insights and white-label technology, Bread Financial delivers growth for its partners through a comprehensive suite of payment solutions that includes private label and co-brand credit cards and Bread Pay® buy now, pay later products. Bread Financial also offers direct-to-consumer products that give customers more access, choice and freedom through its branded Bread Cashback® American Express® Credit Card, Bread Rewards™ American Express® Credit Card and Bread Savings® products.
Headquartered in Columbus, Ohio, Bread Financial is powered by its approximately 7,000 global associates and is committed to sustainable business practices. To learn more about Bread Financial, visit breadfinancial.com or follow us on Facebook, LinkedIn, X and Instagram.