Survale, a provider of talent feedback and experience management solutions, announced the launch of the 2026 EmployE Employee Experience Benchmark Research and Award Program on Tuesday. Building on the 15-year success of its Candidate Experience (CandE) Benchmark Research and Award Program, the new EmployEs provide organizations with a confidential, comparative, and data-driven approach to measuring and optimizing employee experience.
Unlike typical programs designed to award badges and tout employer workplaces, the EmployE program aims to give employers a comprehensive view of what their workforce truly thinks. Using Survale's time-tested methodology, participating organizations can benchmark internal engagement, retention, and satisfaction data against a global peer standard, moving beyond simple surveys to actionable intelligence.
"The launch of the EmployE Benchmark Research and Award Program represents a natural evolution for Survale and the industry at large," said Jason Moreau, CEO of Survale. "For years, the CandEs have set the standard for candidate experience. Now, we are applying that same rigor to the employee journey. 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."
Key features of the 2026 EmployE Program include comprehensive benchmarking at an accessible price, where organizations survey employees using Survale's proven guidelines to gather confidential feedback across the entire employee lifecycle. Participants receive a detailed report and a one-on-one consultation with employee experience experts to pinpoint strengths and identify growth opportunities. The program also features Survale's exclusive Promote capability, which identifies highly satisfied employees and automatically guides them to leave positive reviews on sites like Glassdoor and Indeed, directly boosting employer brand.
The research goes beyond surface-level metrics to measure attitudes on Growth and Development, Engagement, Internal Mobility, and Manager Experience, linking employee experience metrics to key trends and business outcomes. "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."
Registration for the 2026 EmployE Employee Experience Benchmark Research and Award Program is now open. Organizations interested in participating can learn more and request information here.
