Inspiring Workplaces Awards North America 2026

The #1 PeopleFirst HR & Workplace Awards

At Engagedly, we believe great workplaces don't happen by accident. They are intentionally built by leaders who put people first, every day.

That's why we're proud to be the Headline Sponsor of one of the most respected HR and workplace culture awards programs in the region.

This is your opportunity to step forward and be recognized for the culture you're building and the impact it's creating.

Final Submission Deadline
25 FEB 2026
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Join 1000+ organizations already recognized

Recognizing organizations that truly put PeopleFirst

Established Excellence

Since 2015, the Inspiring Workplaces Awards North America have celebrated organizations that demonstrate excellence in culture, leadership, wellbeing, inclusion, and employee experience.

Beyond Surface Perks

These awards go beyond surface-level perks. They recognize the real work HR and leadership teams do to create environments where people feel valued, supported, and able to do their best work.

As a Headline Sponsor, Engagedly is excited to help spotlight organizations that are setting the benchmark for what PeopleFirst leadership looks like today.

Earn recognition that builds trust and credibility

The Coveted Awards Badge

Winners receive the prestigious Inspiring Workplaces Awards badge, a recognized symbol of trust, purpose, excellence, and PeopleFirst leadership.

Many past winners use the badge across employer branding, careers pages, leadership communications, and external marketing.

Reach, Credibility & Community

Winners gain visibility, credibility, and connection to a global community of inspiring organizations.

At Engagedly, we see firsthand how recognition reinforces culture internally and strengthens employer brand externally.

10+
Years of Excellence
1000+
Organizations Recognized
50+
Countries Represented
#1
PeopleFirst Awards

Why HR leaders and PeopleFirst organizations enter

Celebrate your people and their impact

Recognition sends a powerful message to your teams. It validates effort, reinforces belonging, and strengthens pride in the organization. Even the process of entering can energise teams and reconnect them to shared values.

Strengthen your employer brand in a competitive talent market

Recognition from Inspiring Workplaces signals to candidates that your organization is a place where people belong, grow, and thrive. It's third-party validation that your PeopleFirst approach is real and credible.

Win a badge that proves your culture

The Inspiring Workplaces Awards badge is widely recognized and trusted. Past winners use it across careers sites, social channels, internal communications, RFPs, and leadership decks as proof of culture excellence.

Build reputation beyond your organization

Awards generate earned media, social visibility, and compelling stories that build trust with customers, partners, and stakeholders. In competitive markets, culture becomes a meaningful differentiator.

Validate leadership vision and strategy

For HR and senior leaders, these awards offer external confirmation that culture initiatives are landing and being felt across the organization, not just designed at the top.

Reflect on what's working and what's next

The submission process encourages thoughtful reflection on policies, practices, and employee experience. Many organizations find the insights gained are as valuable as the recognition itself.

Ready to showcase your PeopleFirst culture?

We invite you to share your story, celebrate your people, and be recognized among North America's most inspiring workplaces.

Questions? Contact the awards team or reach out to Engagedly for more information.