Survale has launched the 2026 EmployE Employee Experience Benchmark Research and Award Program, expanding its established candidate experience framework to the entire employee lifecycle. The program offers organizations a data-driven approach to measuring internal engagement, retention, and satisfaction against global peer standards, moving beyond traditional surveys to provide actionable intelligence for HR leaders.
The program represents an evolution from Survale's 15-year Candidate Experience (CandE) Benchmark Research and Award Program, applying similar methodology to employee experience measurement. "The EmployEs give HR leaders the validated data they need to build world-class workplaces, improve retention, and strengthen their employer brand from the inside out," said Jason Moreau, CEO of Survale. Unlike programs designed primarily for employer recognition, the EmployE program focuses on providing comprehensive insights into workforce sentiment through confidential feedback collection.
Key features include comprehensive benchmarking at accessible pricing, detailed reporting with expert consultation, and Survale's exclusive Promote capability that identifies satisfied employees and guides them to leave positive reviews on platforms like Glassdoor and Indeed. The research measures attitudes across multiple dimensions including Growth and Development, Engagement, Internal Mobility, and Manager Experience, linking these metrics to business outcomes and competitive positioning.
"Understanding the employee experience is no longer optional; it is a critical business imperative," said Kevin Grossman, VP of Research at Survale. "The EmployEs provide a unique opportunity for companies to see the impact of their employee experience on their business, as well as exactly how they stack up against the competition and to celebrate their successes." The program's methodology enables organizations to gather feedback across the entire employee lifecycle, from new hires to long-term team members, using Survale's proven guidelines.
This initiative arrives as organizations increasingly recognize the connection between employee experience and business performance. The program's confidential benchmarking approach allows companies to identify strengths and opportunities without public exposure of weaknesses, while the award component recognizes excellence in employee experience management. Registration for the 2026 program is currently open, with participating organizations receiving both comparative data and strategic guidance for improvement.
