Select Event Group Receives Top Workplace Award

Company Update

People, Culture, and Excellence: Inside the Select Event Group Top Workplace Recognition

June 19, 2026

Great events don’t just come together on their own. They’re built by people. Teams who care about the details, support each other, and show up ready to make things happen.

That’s why this moment means so much to us.

We’re proud to share that Select Event Group has been recognized as WTOP’s 2026 Top Workplaces winner, based entirely on feedback from our own team through an independent survey conducted by Energage. Even more meaningful, we were recognized specifically for Employee Appreciation, something that truly reflects who we are.

To us, this isn’t just an award. It reflects the culture we’ve built together every single day across our branches, warehouses, offices, projects, and event sites.

If you’re one of our longtime partners, thank you for being part of the journey. And if you’re just getting to know us through Top Workplaces, welcome! Here’s a closer look at who we are and what we’re all about.

Overperforming the Benchmarks

When our team members completed the anonymous survey, their responses compared our culture directly against industry benchmarks in hospitality, entertainment, and recreation. The results highlighted exactly why our team chooses to build their careers here:

• Leadership Trust: Our leadership team earned an 88% favorability score, significantly outperforming the 79% industry average.
• Investing in Growth: Our focus on professional advancement resulted in an 81% favorability score for career growth, outperforming the industry benchmark of 71%.
• Comprehensive Care: Our benefits package achieved an outstanding 81% favorability score, compared to a 61% industry average.

Who We Are

At Select Event Group, we create the spaces where unforgettable events happen.

As a leading event rental and services company, we work alongside planners, producers, venues, and brands to bring complex ideas to life, including elegant celebrations and expansive architectural builds.

We don’t see ourselves as just another vendor. We are collaborators, problem-solvers, and partners who are just as invested in the outcome as our clients are.

What We Do

Our work spans a wide range of event experiences, supported by three core divisions:

• Branch Network
  Our local teams deliver rental solutions, from linens to tenting, with consistency and attention to detail across every market we serve from the Mid-Atlantic through the Southeast.
• Sports & Entertainment
  Built for fast-moving environments, this team delivers tailored solutions through strategic planning, project management, 3D visualization, complex builds, and seamless execution—supporting clients across national and international projects.
• Large-Scale Events
  When projects require complex structures, long-term installations, or large footprints, this team brings the expertise to design and execute at a high level.

Each division plays a different role, but they all work toward the same goal. Getting it right for the client every time. Interested in joining a championship team, invested in growth? Explore our available opportunities.

25+ Years of Experience

We’ve been in the event industry for over 25 years, and that experience shows up in everything we do.

We’ve seen trends shift, challenges evolve, and expectations grow. We’ve grown alongside them. For our clients, that means confidence in a team that has done this before and done it well. For our team, it means being part of something established, stable, and always moving forward.

A Culture Built by Our People

What makes this recognition so meaningful is that it comes directly from our team. It reflects the day-to-day experience of working here—the collaboration, the support, and the sense that what you do matters.

Don’t just take our word for it. Here is what our team members shared in the anonymous survey:

“The leadership here actually listens to our input and respects our expertise on site. You aren’t just a number; your voice directly impacts how we execute a project.”

“I’ve stayed here because of the genuine camaraderie. When a build gets challenging, everyone steps up to help. We truly win as a single team.”

“The training and growth opportunities have allowed me to build a real career path. Select invests in your future, not just your day-to-day tasks.”

We invest in our people at every stage, from onboarding and hands-on training to ongoing development opportunities that help team members grow their careers. When our team improves, everything we deliver improves too.

Recognizing the People Who Make It Happen

We don’t take our people for granted, and we make sure they know it.

Each year, we come together for our SEGway Awards, where we celebrate standout work, recognize milestones, and highlight the people who go above and beyond.

We are especially proud of the number of team members who have built long careers with us. Many have been here for 10, 15, even 25+ years. That kind of longevity comes from creating an environment where people feel supported, challenged, and valued over time.

Our Core Values

Our core values guide how we work, how we treat each other, and how we show up for our clients:

• We Show Up – prepared, professional, and ready to get the job done
• We Always Raise the Bar – pushing for better in every detail
• We Live Blue Shirt Respect – treating everyone with honesty and respect
• We Make It Happen – staying focused and solutions-oriented
• We Are Stronger Together – working as one team across every project
• We Own a Safety Always Mindset – making safety part of every decision

These are not just values we talk about. They shape how we operate every day.

Why It Matters

A strong culture doesn’t just benefit our team. It shows up in the work itself.

For our clients, it means working with a team that is engaged, experienced, and committed to getting every detail right. For people considering joining us, it means an environment where your work is recognized, your growth is supported, and your team has your back.

Looking Ahead

This recognition belongs to our team. They are the reason Select Event Group is what it is today.

We’re proud of what we’ve built together and even more excited about what’s ahead.

Whether you’re planning your next event or thinking about your next career move, we’d love to connect!

Let’s Chat!

Looking for event rentals for your Wedding, Social, or Corporate event? With branch locations throughout Maryland and Virginia, our Tents & Rentals Division is the area’s premier provider of event rentals. Not only do we offer an extensive range of tenting and event rentals, but our inventory also caters to every aspect of your event—from lighting to tabletops to curated furniture groupings. Furthermore, regardless of the scale or setting of your event, we possess the expertise and resources to ensure it’s unique. Call any of our branch locations below or fill out our Contact Us form here.