ABM Recognized for Corporate Achievements and Business Transformation Efforts to Enhance Operational Excellence, Innovation and Client Service

NEW YORK, Feb. 19, 2019 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- ABM (NYSE: ABM), a leading provider of facility solutions, announced today that it was named a silver winner in the “Comeback Company of the Year” category by Best in Biz Awards, the only annual, independent business awards program judged by prominent editors and reporters from top-tier publications in North America.

ABM received this recognition for notable progress made toward its “2020 Vision” strategic plan, a comprehensive transformation initiative launched in 2015 to drive long-term profitable growth. ABM has successfully fostered collaboration, grown profitably across the enterprise, and continues to execute against the Company’s long-term strategy.

“Our people are at the core of the transformational changes we’ve made,” said Scott Salmirs, President and Chief Executive Officer. “ABM team members are committed to making a difference, every person, every day, and this recognition reflects our commitment and dedication to delivering the best facilities experience for our clients and their customers around the world. Together, we are more focused than ever on bringing our 2020 Vision strategy to life, and shaping this 110-year-old company in a way that will preserve ABM’s legacy for 110 years to come.”

The 8th annual Best in Biz Awards brought in 700 entries from an impressive array of public and private companies of all sizes and from a variety of geographic regions and industries in the U.S. and Canada. The 2018 judging panel included, among others, writers from Associated Press, Barron’s, Consumer Affairs, eWeek, Forbes, Healthcare Innovation News, Inc., Investment Advisor Magazine, New York Post, New York Times, and Wired.

For a full list of gold, silver and bronze winners in Best in Biz Awards 2018, visit: http://www.bestinbizawards.com/2018-winners.

ABOUT BEST IN BIZ AWARDS

Since 2011, Best in Biz Awards has made its mark as the only independent business awards program judged each year by a who’s who of prominent reporters and editors selected from top-tier publications from North America and around the world. Over the years, Best in Biz Awards judges have ranged from Associated Press to the Wall Street Journal and winners have spanned the spectrum, from blue-chip companies that form the bedrock of the world economy to local companies and some of the most innovative start-ups. Best in Biz Awards honors are conferred in two separate programs: North America and International, and in 70 categories, including company, team, executive, product, and CSR, media, PR and other categories. For more information, visit: http://www.bestinbizawards.com.

ABOUT ABM

ABM (NYSE: ABM) is a leading provider of facility solutions with revenues of approximately $6.4 billion and approximately 140,000 employees in 350+ offices throughout the United States and various international locations. ABM's comprehensive capabilities include janitorial, electrical & lighting, energy solutions, facilities engineering, HVAC & mechanical, landscape & turf, mission critical solutions and parking, provided through stand-alone or integrated solutions. ABM provides custom facility solutions in urban, suburban and rural areas to properties of all sizes - from schools and commercial buildings to hospitals, data centers, manufacturing plants and airports. ABM Industries Incorporated, which operates through its subsidiaries, was founded in 1909. For more information, visit www.abm.com.

CONTACT

Media:
Alex Varjan
(212) 297-9737
alex.varjan@abm.com

Investor Relations & Treasury:
Susie A. Choi (Kim)
(212) 297-9721
susie.choi@abm.com