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RCGNZ Summit

Join the premier gathering of HR and business leaders shaping the future of recognition, engagement, and workplace culture.
 
November 9-11, 2026
 
Park City, Utah
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RCGNZ Summit 2026

RCGNZ Summit is Awardco’s flagship event for senior HR and business leaders who are ready to elevate recognition, retention, and engagement—and position HR as a true strategic lever.

This is not a traditional conference.

RCGNZ Summit is a curated, executive-level experience where bold ideas meet practical application. Over three days, you’ll engage in forward-thinking sessions, strategic workshops, and immersive networking experiences designed to drive measurable impact within your organization.

Come curious. Leave equipped.

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Nov
9
 
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Location

Park City, Utah,

Montage Deer Valley

Sarah Marrs
Organizational Behavior Scientist, Centre of Excellence Global Lead, Awardco
 
Katie Bundy
Employee Experience Executive, Center of Excellence, Awardco
 
Christi Gilhoi
Center of Excellence
 
Laura Shanley
Center of Excellence, Awardco
 
Steve Sonnenberg
Co-Founder and CEO, Awardco
 
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Event Details

RCGNZ Summit

RCGNZ Summit is Awardco’s flagship event for senior HR and business leaders who are ready to elevate recognition, retention, and engagement—and position HR as a true strategic lever.

This is not a traditional conference.

RCGNZ Summit is a curated, executive-level experience where bold ideas meet practical application. Over three days, you’ll engage in forward-thinking sessions, strategic workshops, and immersive networking experiences designed to drive measurable impact within your organization.

Come curious. Leave equipped.

‍

 
Date
November 9-11, 2026
 
Venue
Montage Deer Valley
 
Location
Park City, Utah
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Sarah Marrs
Organizational Behavior Scientist, Centre of Excellence Global Lead, Awardco
 
Katie Bundy
Employee Experience Executive, Center of Excellence, Awardco
 
Christi Gilhoi
Center of Excellence
 
Laura Shanley
Center of Excellence, Awardco
 
Main Stage
Steve Sonnenberg
Co-Founder and CEO, Awardco
 
 
 
 
 
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