Houston Chronicle Names VLS Environmental Solutions a Winner of the Houston Metro Area Top Workplaces 2026 Award

HOUSTON, Nov. 9, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- 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, Energage CEO. "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."

To learn more about VLS Environmental Solutions, its sustainability services, and career opportunities with an award-winning team, visit www.vlses.com.

About VLS Environmental Solutions

VLS Environmental Solutions is one of the nation's largest private providers of environmental and sustainability solutions. The company operates four divisions:

• Non-Hazardous Waste Services: Offers innovative solutions for landfill diversion, recycling, wastewater treatment, and waste sequestration, ensuring efficient and sustainable waste processing.

• Hazardous Waste Services: Specializes in the management, treatment, and disposal of hazardous materials using advanced technologies, such as fuel blending and waste sequestration, and strict safety protocols to protect the environment and ensure compliance.

• Rail Services: Provides comprehensive railcar cleaning, light and heavy repair, and field services for railcars transporting chemicals, hardened materials, and pressurized gases, with a focus on safety and efficiency.

• Marine Services: Delivers advanced barge cleaning, repair, and gas-free services for chemical solvents and petroleum products, emphasizing environmental responsibility and operational excellence.

With over 1,500 employees across more than 50 locations, VLS is committed to delivering innovative, compliant, and sustainable solutions.

For more information about VLS, visit https://www.vlses.com/.

About Energage

Making the world a better place to work together.™

Energage is a purpose-driven company that helps organizations turn employee feedback into useful business intelligence and credible employer recognition through Top Workplaces. Built on 20 years of culture research and the results from 30 million employees surveyed across more than 80,000 organizations, Energage delivers the most accurate competitive benchmark available. With access to a unique combination of patented analytic tools and expert guidance, Energage customers lead the competition with an engaged workforce and an opportunity to gain recognition for their people-first approach to culture. For more information or to nominate your organization, visit energage.com or topworkplaces.com.

SOURCE VLS Environmental Solutions