Encore Publishes Inaugural Responsible Business Report: Illuminating a Brighter Future

Report details global impact driven by $100 million invested in people-first initiatives, 15% reduction in global emissions intensity and $48 million in community in-kind donations

Encore has announced the release of its 2025 Responsible Business Report, Illuminating a Brighter Future. This inaugural report reflects Encore’s commitment to doing the right thing for its customers, team members, and the communities it serves across the globe.

“Encore’s purpose is to connect and inspire people through the transformative power of events,” said Ben Erwin, President & CEO of Encore. “This report is a reflection of our core value to ‘do the right thing’ by leading with integrity, sustainability, care, and the motivation to deliver positive impacts for a better future. Our global team is proud of the progress we’ve achieved so far and remain committed to further improvement.”

“Our commitment to responsible business is not just about meeting standards, it’s about living up to what we believe in,” said Patrick Sullivan, Director of Sustainability & Social Impact at Encore. “From reducing emissions and diverting waste to supporting thousands of community organizations worldwide, our people are driving real change. Encore’s talented team members are the force behind our ability to lead with purpose.”

Key Highlights from the Report:

People-First Culture

• $100M invested in team member and customer experience in 2024
• Recognition as a Fortune 100 Best Company to Work For®
• Expansion of Encore for All initiatives, including 10 Business Resource Groups (BRGs)
• Leader Enrichment and Development (LEaD) program

Environmental Stewardship

• 15% reduction in global emissions intensity from 2022 to 2024
• Full Scope 1, 2, and 3 GHG emissions inventory completed for 2024
• Fleet of electric and hybrid vehicles in APAC
• Launch of electric vehicle fleets and smart logistics in EMEA
• Remarketed over 634,000 pounds (287.8 metric tons) of equipment assets through our Second Life program in 2024

Corporate Responsibility

• $48M in in-kind donations supporting over 4,500 nonprofit and community-based organizations
• $12.6M in spend with strategic supplier partnerships

Encore’s responsible business strategy aligns with the Global Reporting Initiative (GRI) and Sustainability Accounting Standards Board (SASB), ensuring transparency and accountability across its operations.

To read the full report or learn more about Encore’s sustainability and social impact initiatives, visit www.encoreglobal.com/impact or read the full report here.