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Date Published: March 12, 2024
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Celebrating Ten Years of GEO Continuum of Care®
Celebrating Ten Years of GEO Continuum of Care®
DATA PUBLISHED: March 12, 2024

What started as an innovative concept ten years ago has expanded rapidly to GEO facilities in the U.S. and internationally. ...READ MORE

The GEO Group Announces Discontinuation of Lawton Correctional and Rehabilitation Facility Contract in Oklahoma
DATA PUBLISHED: June 20, 2024

BOCA RATON, Fla. --(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jun. 20, 2024-- The GEO Group, Inc. (NYSE: GEO) (“GEO” or the “Company”) announced today the discontinuation of its contract with the Oklahoma Department of Corrections for the company-owned, 2,600-bed Lawton Correctional and Rehabilitation Facility, which is set...READ MORE

The GEO Group Announces Appointment of Chief Financial Officer
DATA PUBLISHED: June 05, 2024

BOCA RATON, Fla. --(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jun. 5, 2024-- The GEO Group, Inc. (NYSE: GEO) (“GEO” or the “Company”) announced today the appointment of Mark J. Suchinski as Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, effective July 8, 2024 . Mr. Suchinski has served as Senior Vice President and Chief...READ MORE

The GEO Group Announces Funding Extension for Adelanto ICE Processing Center Contract
DATA PUBLISHED: May 20, 2024

BOCA RATON, Fla. --(BUSINESS WIRE)--May 20, 2024-- The GEO Group (NYSE: GEO) (“GEO”) announced today that U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (“ICE”) announced that it plans to issue a task order for the GEO-owned 1,940-bed Adelanto ICE Processing Center in California (the “Adelanto Center”),...READ MORE

The GEO Group Reports First Quarter 2024 Results
DATA PUBLISHED: May 07, 2024

BOCA RATON, Fla. --(BUSINESS WIRE)--May 7, 2024-- The GEO Group, Inc. (NYSE: GEO) (“GEO”), a leading provider of support services for secure facilities, processing centers, and reentry centers, as well as enhanced in-custody rehabilitation, post-release support, and electronic monitoring programs,...READ MORE

The GEO Group Announces Date for First Quarter 2024 Earnings Release and Conference Call
DATA PUBLISHED: April 22, 2024

Earnings Release Scheduled for Tuesday, May 7, 2024 Before the Market Opens Conference Call Scheduled for Tuesday, May 7, 2024 at 11:00 AM (Eastern Time) BOCA RATON, Fla. --(BUSINESS WIRE)--Apr. 22, 2024-- The GEO Group, Inc. (NYSE:GEO) ("GEO") will release its first quarter 2024 financial results...READ MORE

The GEO Group Closes Senior Notes Offering and New Term Loan
DATA PUBLISHED: April 18, 2024

BOCA RATON, Fla. --(BUSINESS WIRE)--Apr. 18, 2024-- The GEO Group (NYSE: GEO) (“GEO” or the “Company”) announced today that it has closed a private offering of $1.275 billion aggregate principal amount of senior notes, comprised of $650.0 million aggregate principal amount of 8.625% senior secured...READ MORE

The GEO Group Enters Into Private Exchange Agreements With Certain 6.50% Convertible Senior Noteholders
DATA PUBLISHED: April 05, 2024

BOCA RATON, Fla. --(BUSINESS WIRE)--Apr. 5, 2024-- The GEO Group (NYSE: GEO) (“GEO” or the "Company"), announced that it has entered into private exchange agreements with certain holders (the "Noteholders") of GEO Corrections Holdings , Inc.’s 6.50% Exchangeable Senior Notes due 2026 (the "6.50%...READ MORE

The GEO Group Prices Senior Notes Offering and New Term Loan
DATA PUBLISHED: April 04, 2024

BOCA RATON, Fla. --(BUSINESS WIRE)--Apr. 4, 2024-- The GEO Group (NYSE: GEO) ("GEO" or the "Company") announced today that it has priced a private offering of $1.275 billion aggregate principal amount of senior notes, comprised of $650.0 million aggregate principal amount of 8.625% senior secured...READ MORE

The GEO Group Announces Senior Notes Offering
DATA PUBLISHED: April 03, 2024

BOCA RATON, Fla. --(BUSINESS WIRE)--Apr. 3, 2024-- The GEO Group (NYSE: GEO) ("GEO" or the "Company") announced today that it is proposing, subject to market and other customary conditions, to issue $1.2 billion aggregate principal amount of senior notes, comprised of $700.0 million aggregate...READ MORE

The GEO Group Announces Commencement of Refinancing Process
DATA PUBLISHED: April 01, 2024

BOCA RATON, Fla. --(BUSINESS WIRE)--Apr. 1, 2024-- The GEO Group (NYSE: GEO) (“GEO” or the "Company"), announced the commencement of a refinancing process for its Tranche 1 and Tranche 2 term loans (collectively, the "Term Loans"). As of December 31, 2023 , an aggregate amount of $906.7 million of...READ MORE

The GEO Group Announces Five-Year Contract to Provide Air Operations Support Services for U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement
DATA PUBLISHED: March 12, 2024

BOCA RATON, Fla. --(BUSINESS WIRE)--Mar. 12, 2024-- The GEO Group (NYSE: GEO) (“GEO”) announced today that its wholly-owned subsidiary, GEO Transport, Inc. (“GTI”) has been awarded a five-year contract, inclusive of option periods, to provide air operations support services on behalf of U.S....READ MORE

GEO Group donates $6,000 for student scholarships at MCC
GEO Group donates $6,000 for student scholarships at MCC
DATA PUBLISHED: May 22, 2024

MOHAVE COUNTY – The Mohave Community College Foundation received a donation from The GEO Group of $6,000 to go toward scholarships for students at MCC. Warden Jeff Wrigley presented the check to The Foundation Monday, May 20 at the MCC Beale Street Center. Pictured from left to right: Dr. Stacy Klippenstein (MCC President) Warden Jeff Wrigley and Shawn Bristle (Chief Advancement Officer)....READ MORE

International Corrections and Prisons Association Conference 2023
International Corrections and Prisons Association Conference 2023
DATA PUBLISHED: April 08, 2024

The GEO Group participated in the International Corrections and Prisons Association’s (ICPA) Annual Conference in Antwerp, Belgium in October 2023. The theme of the conference was “Humane Corrections – What More Can We Do?” Presenters from the public and private sector shared best practices in improving the quality of life of incarcerated and formerly incarcerated individuals. ...READ MORE

The GEO Group Foundation Supports Veterans through the Barracks Legends Foundation
The GEO Group Foundation Supports Veterans through the Barracks Legends Foundation
DATA PUBLISHED: April 08, 2024

In late 2023, The GEO Group Foundation provided a $5,000 donation to the Barrack’s Legends Foundation. The Barrack’s Legends Foundation is based in Boca Raton, FL. Through diverse range of events, the organization fosters an inclusive and compassionate community that prioritizes understanding and connection. By channeling their efforts towards taking concrete action, they aim to significantly reduce the prevalence of veteran suicide and create a lasting positive impact on the lives of those who have served our nation....READ MORE

Celebrating Ten Years of GEO Continuum of Care®
Celebrating Ten Years of GEO Continuum of Care®
DATA PUBLISHED: March 12, 2024

What started as an innovative concept ten years ago has expanded rapidly to GEO facilities in the U.S. and internationally. ...READ MORE

Shreveport Day Reporting Center Graduation
Shreveport Day Reporting Center Graduation
DATA PUBLISHED: March 12, 2024

The Shreveport Day Reporting Center (DRC), along with the Shreveport District of Probation and Parole, recently celebrated participants in a graduation ceremony. Hosted at Probation and Parole, the Shreveport DRC had 11 graduates; however, only six were able to attend due to employment schedules or other obligations. ...READ MORE

GEO Leadership in Action at West Fulton
GEO Leadership in Action at West Fulton
DATA PUBLISHED: December 11, 2023

Supervising Case Manager, (SCM) Jeanine Idubor started her work at GEO as a Client Services Specialist at the West Fulton Reentry Services Center in May of 2019. During her four plus years with the company, she has brought a wealth of knowledge, work experience, and leadership to the West Fulton team. Mrs. Idubor has been promoted twice, and her promotions will likely continue, given her character, dedication, and work ethic. Almost immediately, Mrs. Idubor began setting up systems to help better manage service delivery and compliance....READ MORE

GTI Officer of the Year
GTI Officer of the Year
DATA PUBLISHED: December 20, 2021

Lawanda McGraw has been an exceptional transportation officer for the Robert A. Deyton Detention Facility since April 2019.  Since day one, GTI Transport Officer McGraw has been a go-getter. ...READ MORE

2020 A Challenging Year Indeed
2020 A Challenging Year Indeed
DATA PUBLISHED: April 22, 2021

With the year 2020 finally behind us, we are reminded that each year, GTI is faced with new challenges to overcome in order to continue providing safe and secure transportation services. GTI’s p...READ MORE

Facility Administrator of the Year
Facility Administrator of the Year
DATA PUBLISHED: January 13, 2021

Facility Administrator Charles “Chuck” Maiorana began his career in corrections in 1991 with the Federal Bureau of Prisons (BOP).  After serving in various positions at the BOP with i...READ MORE

Montgomery Processing Center Celebrates 5th Anniversary
Montgomery Processing Center Celebrates 5th Anniversary
DATA PUBLISHED: April 09, 2024

The Montgomery Processing Center (MPC) celebrated its five-year anniversary in October 2023. ...READ MORE

Spiritual Growth Through Learning
Spiritual Growth Through Learning
DATA PUBLISHED: March 06, 2024

When considering an education for the future, one normally doesn't think about doing live classes behind the walls of a federal processing facility. While providing a service to a group of detainees, they asked if there was a way they could enhance their understanding of scripture. So, I reached out to Chaplains College School of Graduate Studies (CCSGS), where I had previously taught as a professor, and asked if I could teach a course on Hermeneutics (The interpretation of Scriptures)....READ MORE

GEO Healthcare Awarded National Safety and Quality Accreditation
GEO Healthcare Awarded National Safety and Quality Accreditation
DATA PUBLISHED: March 04, 2024

After a successful first five months of operations, GEO Healthcare has achieved accreditation based on the Australian National Safety and Quality Health Services (NSQHS) Standards, the ‘gold standard’ for healthcare mandated for all health services in Australia. The NSQHS Standards provide a nationally consistent statement of the level of care consumers can expect from health service organisations. ...READ MORE

GEO Group donates $6,000 for student scholarships at MCC
GEO Group donates $6,000 for student scholarships at MCC
DATA PUBLISHED: May 22, 2024

MOHAVE COUNTY – The Mohave Community College Foundation received a donation from The GEO Group of $6,000 to go toward scholarships for students at MCC. Warden Jeff Wrigley presented the check to The Foundation Monday, May 20 at the MCC Beale Street Center. Pictured from left to right: Dr. Stacy Klippenstein (MCC President) Warden Jeff Wrigley and Shawn Bristle (Chief Advancement Officer)....READ MORE

LaSalle Parish Scholars Reception
LaSalle Parish Scholars Reception
DATA PUBLISHED: May 22, 2024

Thirteenth Annual Event Held in Jena on May 7, 2024 The thirteenth annual LaSalle Parish Scholars Reception was held Tuesday, May 7, 2024, at First Baptist Church in Jena, sponsored by The GEO Group and the LaSalle Economic Development District (LEDD). More than 75 scholars were presented with 166 scholarships for a total of approximately $93,000 at the reception held each year to honor parish scholars who receive scholarships and to honor businesses and organizations that sponsor the scholarships with the pictures featured in this special “Scholars Reception” section. ...READ MORE

International Association of Correctional Training Personnel Winners
International Association of Correctional Training Personnel Winners
DATA PUBLISHED: April 09, 2024

Every year, the International Association of Correctional Training Personnel (IACTP) receives nominations from throughout the country for outstanding accomplishments in training. In November 2023, during the national IACTP conference hosted by the Tennessee Department of Corrections, two GEO staff were recognized and awarded for their training achievements. Aeisha Hobbs, Training Administrator for Moore Haven Correctional and Rehabilitation Center was selected as the 2023 IACTP Trainer of the Year for exemplary training in the field of corrections. Mary O’Conner, Training Administrator at Florence West Correctional and Rehabilitation Facility was awarded the 2023 IACTP Training System Award. Congratulatious to Mary O’Conner and Aisha Hobbs for their accomplishment of being nationally recognized as top contributors in training and employee development by the International Association of Correctional Training Personnel....READ MORE