Aligned Data Centers Earns Great Place To Work Certification™ for Second Consecutive Year

Aligned Data Centers (“Aligned”) announced on June 9, 2026 that it has been Certified™ by Great Place To Work® for the second consecutive year. This company stated the certification was earned in the United States, Brazil, Colombia,  Chile, and Mexico, based on employee participation and anonymous feedback.

90% of Employees Say Aligned is a Great Place to Work, Exceeding U.S. Benchmarks by 33 Points

Based on employee participation and their anonymous, sincere feedback, the recognition reinforces Aligned’s commitment to a workplace where people feel welcomed and supported. It reflects a culture rooted in innovation, community, strong ethics,  exceptional customer service, and a deep sense of pride in the work the team accomplishes.

Aligned stated it was Certified™ by Great Place To Work® in the United States, Brazil, Colombia, Chile, and Mexico for the second consecutive year (June 9, 2026).

What does this Great Place To Work® recognition mean for Aligned?

Aligned said the certification is based on employee participation and anonymous feedback, reinforcing its commitment to a supportive workplace culture. The company also positioned the recognition as an outcome of a culture emphasizing innovation, community, ethics, customer service, and pride in team results.

“Earning Great Place To Work certification for the second year in a row is a tremendous honor and a direct reflection of the strength and consistency of our culture,” says Andrew Schaap, CEO of Aligned.

“This recognition is incredibly meaningful because it comes directly from our employees, reflecting their experiences and belief in the work we do together,” Schaap adds. “There is a profound sense of pride in our mission to build the critical digital infrastructure the world increasingly depends upon.”

“The investment in our culture translates to exceptional outcomes for our customers and communities, as well as lasting value across the organization,” Schaap says.

How does Aligned invest in workforce development and employee growth?

Aligned said it invests in workforce development to attract, retain, and up-skill the next generation of data center professionals. The company described programs aimed at employee growth, improving the employee experience, and educating communities about digital infrastructure career opportunities.

Aligned described the following examples of workforce and leadership initiatives:

• Aligned Women, which promotes the advancement of female professionals

• Mission Connect, an initiative dedicated to recruiting and supporting military veterans

• Management training for emerging leaders, including the Management Essentials -Leading4Success program, available in English, Spanish, and Portuguese

What did Aligned’s Great Place To Work survey results show?

Aligned reported strong internal sentiment, including pride in the company and confidence in service quality. These results were presented as findings from Aligned’s Great Place To Work survey.

Aligned’s Great Place To Work survey revealed:

• **94%** of employees said they are proud to tell others they work at Aligned.

• **91%** said they feel a deep sense of pride in the team’s overall accomplishments.

• **95%** believe customers would rate Aligned’s services as excellent.

What did Aligned leaders say about community impact in Latin America?

Aligned’s Latin American subsidiary leadership linked the workplace environment to local impact and talent development. The comments were attributed to Ricardo Alário, CEO of ODATA, Aligned’s Latin American subsidiary.

“This recognition speaks to how we can combine a great work environment with world-class infrastructure that delivers meaningful local impact,” comments Ricardo Alário, CEO of ODATA, Aligned’s Latin American subsidiary.

“We are working with community partners, industry groups, and educators to create a sustainable pipeline of talent that supports long-term economic development,” Alário says. “Being a good neighbor means ensuring our growth leaves communities stronger, more skilled, and more connected to the 
 opportunities of the digital economy.”

What did Great Place To Work say about the Certification™?

Great Place To Work emphasized that Certification™ requires consistent focus on employee experience and is a sought-after employer recognition. The following statement was attributed to Great Place To Work leadership.

“Great Place To Work Certification is a highly coveted achievement that requires consistent and intentional dedication to the overall employee experience,” says Sarah Lewis-Kulin, the Vice President of Global Recognition at Great Place To Work.

“By successfully earning this recognition, it is evident that Aligned stands out as one of the top companies to work for, providing a great workplace environment for its employees,” Lewis-Kulin adds.

Careers: Where can candidates apply to Aligned Data Centers?

Aligned invited candidates seeking purpose, voice, and growth to explore open roles. The company directed applicants to its official careers page.

Interested in a career where your work has purpose, your voice has weight, and your growth has a runway? Visit Aligned Data Centers’ careers page at aligneddc.com/company/careers.

About Aligned Data Centers

Aligned Data Centers delivers sustainable, ultra-efficient, and adaptive infrastructure for demanding technology workloads, supported by patented cooling technology and a focus on responsible development. The company also stated it is committed to community transformation, job creation, and skilled workforce development.

Aligned is committed to the communities we serve, transforming industrial sites into technology hubs, generating local jobs and fostering widespread skilled workforce development.

For more information, visit www.aligneddc.com.

What is Great Place To Work Certification™?

Great Place To Work® Certification™ is described as an “employer-of-choice” recognition based entirely on employee-reported workplace experience. Great Place To Work states it measures how consistently employees experience a high-trust workplace.

Great Place to Work Certification is recognized worldwide by employees and employers alike and is the global benchmark for identifying and recognizing outstanding employee experience. Every year, more than 10,000 companies across 60 countries apply to get Great Place To Work-Certified.

What is Great Place To Work®?

Great Place To Work® positions itself as a global authority on workplace culture, backed by decades of research and a proprietary evaluation model. It also describes how organizations can earn certification or Best Workplaces™ recognition.

As the global authority on workplace culture, Great Place To Work® brings 30 years of groundbreaking research and data to help every place become a great place to work for all. Their proprietary platform and For All™ Model helps companies evaluate the experience of every employee, with exemplary workplaces becoming Great Place To Work Certified™ or receiving recognition on a coveted Best Workplaces™ List.

Learn more at greatplacetowork.com and follow Great Place To Work on LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook and Instagram.

Media & Analyst Contact
Joanna Soucy, Aligned Data Centers
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FAQs

1) Where was Aligned Data Centers Certified™ by Great Place To Work®?

Aligned said it was Certified™ by Great Place To Work® in the United States, Brazil, Colombia, Chile, and Mexico, as announced June 9, 2026.

2) What employee feedback result did Aligned highlight most prominently?

The release states: “90% of Employees Say Aligned is a Great Place to Work,” and that this exceeded U.S. benchmarks by 33 points.

3) What programs did Aligned cite for workforce development and inclusion?

Aligned cited Aligned Women, Mission Connect, and management training including the Management Essentials – Leading4Success program (available in English, Spanish, and Portuguese).

4) What did Aligned report about employee pride and perceived service quality?

Aligned reported that 94% of employees are proud to tell others they work at Aligned, 91% feel pride in team accomplishments, and 95% believe customers would rate Aligned’s services as excellent.

5) How can someone explore jobs at Aligned Data Centers?

Aligned directed candidates to its careers page: aligneddc.com/company/careers.