Protiviti named to Seramount's 2026 100 Best Company list and Global Talent and Inclusion Index

The consulting firm Protiviti was included on two of Seramount's lists for 2026, the 100 Best Company list and the Global Talent and Inclusion Index.¹ On Seramount's U.S. Talent and Inclusion Index, the company also achieved Pinnacle status, which represents the index's highest level of recognition.¹ In a separate honor, the organization Disability:IN named Protiviti one of the World's Top Disability Inclusive Businesses for 2026.¹

Seramount's evaluations of participating companies rely on a comprehensive review of workforce statistics and established workplace policies.¹ The criteria for assessment cover a broad spectrum of factors, including data on representation, hiring practices, employee retention, and rates of promotion.¹ Also considered are company benefits, policies for parental and caregiver leave, assistance with childcare, and the availability of flexible work schedules.¹ The evaluation process further examines the existence of mentoring programs and the degree to which executive leadership is held accountable for making progress on inclusion.¹

Inclusion on the 100 Best Companies list specifically acknowledges employers that actively encourage the representation and professional advancement of women.¹ The selection for this list is guided by the presence of particular benefits designed to support employees.¹ These benefits include paid leave for both parents and caregivers, support systems for childcare, and provisions for mental health services.¹ The availability of flexible work hours is another key factor considered for this recognition.¹

The Global Talent and Inclusion Index honors organizations for their work in advancing women and individuals from underrepresented demographic groups.¹ This global index also assesses how well companies cultivate an inclusive atmosphere and ensure that their executive leaders are responsible for measurable progress.¹ In a similar vein, the U.S. Talent and Inclusion Index evaluates employers on metrics such as workforce representation, hiring, employee retention, promotion, and the overall company culture.¹ Protiviti's attainment of Pinnacle status on the U.S. index signifies that it reached the highest possible tier of recognition.¹

Protiviti's placement on the Global Talent and Inclusion Index was awarded for its performance in ten distinct markets around the world.¹ These recognized operations include those in Canada, the United Kingdom, France, Germany, Italy, and the Netherlands.¹ The honor also covers the firm's work in several Asia-Pacific markets, namely Australia, Hong Kong/China, India, and Japan.¹ Globally, Protiviti and its member firms maintain a presence in more than 25 countries through a network of over 90 offices.¹

Susan Haseley, an executive at the firm, commented on the meaning of the awards, linking them to the company's values and culture.¹ Haseley stated that the recognitions serve as evidence of mutual care among employees and a set of shared principles.¹ She also described the honors as an affirmation of the company's continuing duty to maintain a workplace that is both inclusive and respectful.¹

In her comments, Haseley outlined the company's perspective on the essential components of employee success.¹ She identified the availability of opportunities for professional growth as a critical factor for staff members.¹ The development of meaningful interpersonal relationships at work was also highlighted as a key element.¹ Finally, she noted that having one's contributions acknowledged is considered fundamental to an employee's success within the firm.¹

Protiviti has instituted a variety of employee benefits and specific work practices that underpin its culture.¹ The company offers paid parental leave that is gender-neutral, along with a phased-in return schedule for parents coming back to work.¹ Support for employees with families also includes provisions for back-up dependent care and financial assistance for adoption.¹ Additional benefits available to the workforce include sabbaticals for extended leave, comprehensive wellness programs, and an Employee Assistance Program.¹

The company utilizes several internal support systems to aid its employees' integration and development.¹ Each person joining the firm is paired with an advisor to guide them.¹ Protiviti also facilitates a number of internal network groups for its staff.¹ These networks are designed for specific communities within the company, including women at various career stages, new parents, and women employed in technology fields.¹

Protiviti Inc. is structured as a wholly owned subsidiary of Robert Half.¹ Its parent company, Robert Half, is a publicly traded corporation listed on the New York Stock Exchange with the ticker symbol RHI.¹ The firm has a history of working with a large percentage of the world's biggest companies.¹ Its client list includes more than 80 percent of the corporations in the Fortune 100 and nearly 80 percent of those in the Fortune 500.¹

In addition to its work with major corporations, Protiviti's clientele includes government agencies.¹ The firm also provides services to smaller, growing organizations, such as companies that are preparing to go public.¹ These recent accolades are part of a longer pattern of recognition for the company's workplace environment.¹ Protiviti has been featured on Fortune's 100 Best Companies to Work For list every year consecutively since 2015.¹