The Recognize Awards celebrate the achievements of organizations that have seen incredible success with rewards and recognition—and the impact it’s had on their employees.
Nominate for Recognize Awards 2025
Highlight your organization’s successes and achievements by submitting a 2025 nomination. Special consideration will be given to those with tangible metrics, impactful stories, and both qualitative and quantitative results. Please note that submissions close July 21st.
Best change management
Managing change can be a challenge in any case, but perhaps no more challenging than when introducing something new and asking employees to buy in. The best change management award highlights teams that facilitated this change effectively, with clear communication, and with no impact on productivity or morale.
Smooth implementation
Demonstrated & measurable effectiveness in implementing organizational changes smoothly and efficiently
Clear communication
Clear and intentional communication management of the change process to all stakeholders
Minimizing roadblocks
Minimization of disruptions and resistance during the transition period
Employee buy-In
Successful adoption of the change by employees with minimal negative impact on productivity or morale
Best recognition strategy
Employee recognition and appreciation have an impact no matter when or where they’re given, yet a clear and concise recognition strategy amplifies the effect to lofty heights. Those with the best recognition strategy plan ahead, have clear goals, and know how to report back.
Thinking ahead
Implementation of a comprehensive and inclusive recognition program that acknowledges and rewards employee contributions effectively
Alignment with goals
Clear alignment of recognition efforts with organizational values and goals
Creativity
Creativity and innovation in recognition methods to ensure meaningful and personalized acknowledgment
Tangible impact
Positive impact on employee morale, motivation, and retention
Best global strategy
Many organizations have employees all over the globe, and implementing a recognition program strategy for every employee provides unique opportunities for success. The best global strategy means that no employee is overlooked, and everyone has an equal opportunity to participate in recognition.
Thinking globally
Development and execution of a strategy that effectively addresses the unique challenges and opportunities of operating in multiple countries or regions
Aligning global goals
Consistent alignment of global and local objectives to ensure synergy and cohesion across diverse locations
Culturally sensitive
Cultural sensitivity and adaptation of practices to resonate with employees from different backgrounds
Definitive success
Achievement of measurable success indicators on a global scale
Best employee engagement
Good employee engagement is often a prize we all chase, but few truly achieve it. The best employee engagement award will go to the organization that has not only implemented a successful strategy, but has seen measurable success.
Successful programs
Implementation of initiatives that foster a sense of belonging, commitment, and motivation among employees
Top-tier collaboration
Regular communication channels that encourage feedback, collaboration, and participation from all levels of the organization
Fostering growth
Creation of opportunities for professional development, growth, and recognition
Measurable returns
High levels of employee satisfaction, retention, and productivity
Best offline program
Much of today’s workforce is not tied to a computer. By some estimates 80% of the global labor force is offline—hence the need to ensure effective recognition programs for every employee no matter where they work. The best offline program award celebrates the success of companies that have done this, and more.
Unique offline strategies
Development and execution of an impactful program that enhances employee engagement or organizational objectives through offline activities
Definitive benchmarks
Clear objectives and target outcomes for the program
Creative programming
Creativity and innovation in designing offline events, workshops, or activities.
Qualitative feedback
Measurement of program effectiveness through qualitative and quantitative feedback from participants
Unquestionable success
Demonstrated success in achieving desired outcomes offline, complementing online initiatives where applicable
