WEA Nominations and Applications
Two Exciting Changes! We reduced the required headcount for WEA eligibility to 15 employees to include our small but mighty employers in San Diego. And, thus, we are extending the application deadline by two weeks to April 5th. So if you haven't submitted, you got lucky and still have time!
Only a Few Days Left
APRIL 5
Deadline
Apply Before Time Runs Out
2026 Workplace Excellence Awards

What are the Workplace Excellence Awards?

The Workplace Excellence Awards (WEA) celebrate San Diego employers that put people first and foster exceptional workplace cultures. Winning organizations stand out as leaders who truly walk the talk when it comes to workplace excellence.

Why apply?

  • Prioritize people and build exceptional workplace cultures
  • Drive success through innovative HR strategies
  • Attract and retain top talent in a supportive, engaging environment

Key deadlines

Nomination deadline
March 8
Application deadline
April 5

Eligibility requirements

  • In business for 12+ months
  • Minimum of 15 employees
  • Based in San Diego
  • Organizations affiliated with a larger enterprise may apply if the San Diego operation is locally led by a CEO- or President-level executive and supported by an independent HR professional, both based in San Diego and empowered to make local decisions.
San Diego Society of Human Resource Management, Chapter 130
325 W. Washington Street #2355  |  San Diego, CA 92103  
(858) 988-SHRM (7476) • info@sdshrm.org