VLS Environmental Solutions has been awarded a Top Workplaces 2026 honor by the Houston Chronicle. This list is based solely on employee feedback gathered through a third-party survey administered by employee engagement technology partner Energage LLC. The confidential survey uniquely measures the employee experience and its component themes, including employees feeling Respected & Supported, Enabled to Grow, and Empowered to Execute, to name a few.
The recognition reflects the voices of the VLS team members who help deliver sustainable waste management and beneficial reuse solutions to customers every day. Because the award rests entirely on employee feedback, it offers a clear view of how the people of VLS experience their workplace.
“This award means so much to us because it comes directly from our employees,” said John Magee, Chief Executive Officer of VLS Environmental Solutions, who leads the company’s strategic vision and growth. “Our mission is to help our customers protect the environment, and that work starts with the people who carry it out. When our team feels respected, supported, and trusted to make decisions, they bring their best to every customer and every project. I’m incredibly proud of the culture our employees have built together.”
Corinna Carbone-Stephens, Chief People Officer at VLS Environmental Solutions, oversees the company’s talent, culture, and employee experience strategy. She credits the honor to a shared commitment to growth and open communication. “Our people are the heart of everything we do at VLS,” said Carbone-Stephens. “We work hard to create an environment where every employee has a voice, a clear path to grow, and the tools to succeed. Seeing our team recognize that through their own feedback is truly meaningful. This award motivates us to keep listening, keep investing in our people, and keep building a workplace where they want to stay and thrive.”
“Earning a Top Workplaces award is a badge of honor for companies, especially because it comes authentically from their employees,” said Eric Rubino, EnergageCEO. “That’s something to be proud of. In today’s market, leaders must ensure they’re allowing employees to have a voice and be heard. That’s paramount. Top Workplaces do this, and it pays dividends.”