The Geo Group (NYSE:GEO), Inc. (NYSE: GEO) is a global provider of correctional, detention and community reentry services. Founded in 1984 as a unit of Wackenhut Corporation, the company has grown to become one of the largest operators of privatized prisons and detention facilities in the United States, Australia and the United Kingdom. GEO’s core business activities include the operation and management of secure correctional and detention facilities under contracts with federal, state and local governments. The company also provides design and construction services for new facilities and offers consulting services to government agencies on operational best practices.
In addition to traditional prison and detention operations, GEO Group delivers a range of ancillary services aimed at improving outcomes for inmates and detainees. These services include mental health treatment, substance abuse counseling, educational programming, vocational training and reentry support. GEO’s electronic monitoring solutions, which encompass GPS tracking and remote supervision, serve as alternatives to incarceration for certain populations and help manage offender populations in the community. Through its Case Management and Reentry Services division, the company works with correctional agencies to develop individualized reentry plans that facilitate safe and successful reintegration.
Geographically, the company operates more than 100 facilities across multiple jurisdictions. In the United States, GEO contracts with the Federal Bureau of Prisons, U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and various state departments of corrections. Internationally, the company holds agreements with governments in Australia and the United Kingdom to manage correctional and detention centers. GEO’s global footprint allows it to leverage operational expertise across diverse regulatory environments and adapt its service offerings to meet the specific needs of each jurisdiction.
George C. Zoley, GEO Group’s founder and Chief Executive Officer, has led the company since its inception. Under his guidance, GEO has pursued a strategy of service diversification and geographic expansion, while emphasizing compliance and quality of care. The company’s senior leadership team comprises executives with extensive experience in corrections, law enforcement and government contracting. Together, they oversee an integrated network of operations, ensuring that facilities meet contractual requirements and adhere to evolving legal and regulatory standards.
