McLean & Company Announces Finalists for Inaugural 2026 HR Excellence Awards
Global HR research and advisory firm McLean & Company has named 45 finalists for its debut HR Excellence Awards. The firm's awards program recognizes organizations that use diagnostic insight to strengthen employee listening, organizational alignment, and HR management and governance.
TORONTO, Sept. 9, 2026 /CNW/ -- McLean & Company, one of the world's leading HR research and advisory firms, has announced the 45 finalists for its inaugural 2026 HR Excellence Awards. The program recognizes organizations that turn insight into impact by using data from the firm's diagnostics alongside research-backed guidance to strengthen HR practices and deliver measurable organizational value.
"What makes this recognition especially meaningful is that it is grounded in employee feedback and data. These organizations have made listening and assessment a priority, encouraged strong participation, and achieved results that reflect the strength of their employee experience, HR practices, and alignment with organizational priorities," says Laura Hansen-Kohls, vice president of HR Diagnostics, Advisory & Data Insights at McLean & Company. "We are proud to recognize their achievements and celebrate the organizations setting a strong example for the HR profession."
Finalists are recognized in three categories: Employee Listening, HR Organizational Alignment, and HR Management & Governance. Each category includes Small, Medium, and Large/Enterprise segments based on organizational size.
2026 HR Excellence Award Finalists
Finalists are listed alphabetically within each category and segment:
Employee Listening
Small: AIS Healthcare • Alliance Catholic Credit Union • Hire Heroes USA • WESTconsin Credit Union • WorkSafeNB
Medium: BH Management Services • Capital Blue Cross • MCAP • Riddell Inc. • WFG National Title Insurance Company
Large/Enterprise: Amica Senior Lifestyles • Enerflex Ltd. • Gildan Activewear, Inc. • SE Health • TTM Technologies
HR Organizational Alignment
Small: Currency Exchange International • GroupHEALTH Global Benefit Solutions, Inc. • Purdys Chocolatier • Saskatchewan Assessment Management Agency (SAMA) • Utah Retirement Systems
Medium: Blue Cross of Idaho Health Service • Bryant University • FYihealth group • Technimark • TTX Company
Large/Enterprise: ATS Corporation • Covenant Health • DexKo Global • Navy Federal Credit Union • Newrez
HR Management & Governance
Small: City of Goodyear • Collège Boréal • Northern Credit Union • Saatva
Medium: City of Greensboro • Midland Credit Management • MTN Ghana • Polyconcept North America • Yusen Logistics (Americas) Inc.
Large/Enterprise: Ontario Power Generation • Sorenson • Standard Motor Products, Inc. • University of Vermont Health • VINCI Construction USA
The winners of McLean & Company's HR Excellence Awards will be revealed live at McLean Signature in Las Vegas on October 6, 2026. A public announcement will follow on October 7.
Please visit McLean & Company's awards page for more information about the HR Excellence Awards.
Media seeking research-backed insights or commentary from McLean & Company experts on employee listening, organizational alignment, HR management and governance, or the future of work can contact Senior Communications Manager Kelsey King at [email protected].
About McLean & Company's HR Excellence Awards
The HR Excellence Awards are powered by McLean & Company's diagnostics and recognize organizations that use data to identify opportunities, focus action, and improve HR and organizational outcomes. Winners in each category and segment will be celebrated at McLean Signature, the firm's flagship event for HR leaders.
About McLean & Company
McLean & Company pairs evidence-based research, practical tools, and deep HR expertise to help organizations meet today's needs and prepare for the future. Members receive diagnostics, workshops, action plans, advisory services, and resources for HR professionals at every level.
McLean & Company is a division of Info-Tech Research Group.
Media professionals can register for unrestricted access to research across IT, HR, and software, and hundreds of industry analysts through the firm's Media Insiders program. To gain access, contact [email protected].
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Media Contact: Kelsey King, Senior Communications Manager, McLean & Company, [email protected]
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