Pye-Barker announces ALL In ownership program in US
Iain Hoey
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Employee ownership program announced in United States
Pye-Barker Fire & Safety has launched its Achieving Lasting Legacy Incentive (ALL In) program.
According to the company, the initiative grants incentive awards to all eligible full-time team members at no cost.
Pye-Barker reported that this makes it the largest company in the fire and life safety industry to be powered by employee ownership.
The organisation explained that the program was developed in consultation with Ownership Works, a nonprofit that works with companies and investors to create opportunities for employee ownership.
It added that the initiative provides a framework where team members share responsibility for the organisation’s growth.
Details of the ALL In initiative
Pye-Barker explained that the ALL In program supplements existing salaries and benefits with a profit-sharing incentive.
It confirmed that each full-time employee will receive an initial incentive award at no cost.
The company said that an additional award will follow in each subsequent year of employment.
It added that these awards will increase in value as the organisation grows.
According to the company, employees’ personal stake in the business is expected to strengthen their commitment to customer service and safety.
Statements from Pye-Barker leadership
Bart Proctor, CEO of Pye-Barker Fire & Safety, said: “Reaching the scale we have achieved allows us to recognize our team members in this meaningful way. They are the ones who have made this organization so successful.
“This is their company, and they should feel tremendous pride sharing in the rewards of building a best-in-class organization.”
Rebecca True, Chief Human Resources Officer at Pye-Barker, said: “Our mission is to protect lives, livelihoods and legacies, so we make every effort to treat our customers and team members with care, respect, trust and a commitment to doing what’s right.
“We are proud to further our investment in our people, their personal aspirations and legacy through the ‘ALL In’ employee ownership program.”
Investor perspectives on the program
The program is supported by Altas Partners and Leonard Green & Partners, L.P., along with minority stakeholders including a wholly owned subsidiary of the Abu Dhabi Investment Authority and GIC.
Scott Werry, managing partner at Altas, said: “We have strong confidence in the Pye-Barker team and the company’s future potential.
“We believe this important initiative will empower and further align the team as we continue to build a best-in-class fire, life safety, and security organization for our customers, while fostering a culture in which every team member has the opportunity to thrive.”
John Danhakl, managing partner at LGP, said: “Pye-Barker’s success results from the dedication and hard work of every one of its employees.
“It makes sense to reward their entrepreneurial spirit and genuine care for each other and their communities as the organization grows.”
Previous growth and employee recognition
The company noted that the program follows a January 2025 announcement when Pye-Barker secured additional private capital to fund its growth.
It stated that in recognition of staff contributions to securing that investment, cash bonuses were distributed to all 8,000 full-time employees across more than 250 locations in 46 states.
Pye-Barker added that the new ALL In program builds on this earlier approach.
It explained that the incentive scheme is intended to ensure staff continue to benefit from the organisation’s expansion.
The company said that the name ALL In reflects its commitment to collective success.
Program launch celebrations
Pye-Barker reported that the launch of the ALL In program will be celebrated throughout the week.
It said that one of the main events will be a special recognition at the NASCAR Cup Series race in Daytona on August 23, 2025.
The company noted that these activities will mark the official start of the ownership plan.
It confirmed that additional details will be shared with employees during internal communications.
The organisation added that the celebrations reinforce the purpose of the new initiative.
Relevance for fire and safety professionals
The announcement highlights a trend of employee ownership models being introduced in large fire and safety organisations.
The development provides an example of how incentive schemes can be structured within the fire protection and safety services sector.
For professionals, the news demonstrates how corporate ownership strategies can influence employee engagement, service delivery and long-term organisational growth.
It also shows how investment-backed companies are aligning financial strategies with workforce participation.
Pye-Barker announces ALL In ownership program in US: Summary
Pye-Barker Fire & Safety has launched its Achieving Lasting Legacy Incentive (ALL In) program.
The initiative provides incentive awards to all full-time employees at no cost.
Pye-Barker said this makes it the largest employee-owned company in the fire and life safety industry.
The program was created in consultation with Ownership Works.
Employees will receive an initial award, followed by annual additional awards.
The value of awards will grow as the company expands.
CEO Bart Proctor said the initiative recognises employees’ contribution to success.
CHRO Rebecca True said the scheme reflects the organisation’s mission.
Investors Altas Partners, LGP, ADIA and GIC support the program.
The program follows cash bonuses awarded to 8,000 employees in January 2025.
Celebrations will include recognition at the NASCAR Cup Series race in Daytona on 23 August 2025.
The company said the program name reflects its commitment to collective success.