Definition [Kudo-see-inn]:
A person who is a big dreamer and hard worker; one who believes in changing the world one thank-you at a time. Someone who always brings their “A” game every day and approaches everything with positive energy and enthusiasm. A Kudosian works hard, works smart, has fun, and genuinely cares about their coworkers.
A SaaS-based company that makes employee recognition simple and meaningful. We believe everyone deserves to experience a culture of recognition.
At Kudos, we value happiness and well-being. We celebrate differences and devote time, energy, and resources to build an environment where all team members can speak openly, be courageous, try new things, and bring their whole, authentic selves to work.
Checking the Kudos wall helps me keep in touch with what everyone else is working on, achieving, and having fun with! Everything about Kudos is people-centric – this naturally encourages you to rethink how you manage that balance if you weren’t previously lucky enough to work in this kind of environment
My experience here has been phenomenal. I've loved my time at Kudos so far and I would highly recommend that others take any opportunity they get to work here. I love coming into the office to see all my favourite co-workers and getting to know some new people. Also, the flexibility with hours makes it super easy to get my work done when and how I want.
There is a strong and unique culture here, – it is welcoming, friendly, supportive, and goal-oriented. I get to connect and engage with my team and other teams frequently. Sharing messages of appreciation and gratitude positively impacts my personal life. A huge benefit that takes place in the summer is Half Days on Fridays. Kudos is a remarkable and ambitious company with great people leading it: there is innovation and creativity in all areas, so be prepared to fully step in and be a part of it!
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News
Nov 28, 2023
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CALGARY, Alberta — (November 28, 2023) — Kudos, the company that unlocks employee potential and organizational culture through employee recognition, is thrilled to announce its recognition as one of the 2023 Canada’s Most Admired Corporate Cultures™. This prestigious distinction, awarded by Waterstone Human Capital, honors organizations that exemplify excellence in building high-performing cultures that drive results.
This recognition underscores Kudos’ commitment to fostering an innovative and supportive workplace culture to drive performance. It exemplifies that by harnessing the power of a strong culture, organizations can achieve exceptional results— a principle at the heart of the Kudos platform.
Muni Boga, President and CEO of Kudos, expressed profound pride in this recognition: “Being honored as one of Canada’s Most Admired Corporate Cultures™ is not just a testament to our team’s dedication, but also a reflection of the essence of our mission. Our commitment to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued and empowered is mirrored in the Kudos platform, which assists organizations worldwide in enhancing their own cultures. This award is especially meaningful as it underscores the impact of our work beyond our organization, fostering creativity, collaboration, and excellence in workplaces globally. Our culture is the cornerstone of our success, and this recognition further motivates us to continue innovating and leading by example in the realm of workplace culture development.”
Marty Parker, President and CEO of Waterstone Human Capital and Chair of the Canada’s Most Admired™ program, remarked, “The 2023 Canada’s Most Admired award recipients exemplify how culture drives performance, especially in the face of economic uncertainty and other recruitment and retention challenges. This year’s winning leaders and organizations actively craft culture in alignment with their purpose and values every day, and help drive culture as a competitive advantage,” says Parker. “On behalf of Waterstone Human Capital and our partners, we look forward to celebrating this year’s winners and the impact culture is having on their success.”
Kudos will be among the esteemed organizations celebrated at an awards event in Toronto on April 18, 2024. This gathering, hosted by Waterstone Human Capital, will spotlight the significant role of corporate culture in business success across Canada.
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Media Contacts
Kudos: Margaux Morgante, Director, Marketing & Communications, press@kudos.com 587‑955‑9191 x 1028
Waterstone Human Capital: Robyn Levy, Program Manager – Most Admired Awards, rlevy@waterstonehc.com 416-408-4545 x 244
About Waterstone Human Capital: Waterstone Human Capital inspires organizations to build high-performance teams and cultures. As a leading cultural talent management professional services firm, Waterstone works with entrepreneurial-minded, high-growth organizations that view culture as their single greatest asset. Waterstone’s services include executive search and recruitment, culture transformation, culture measurement and advisory, leadership assessment, and leadership and team development through the Waterstone Culture Institute. Waterstone is also the founder of the Canada’s Most Admired Awards programs, which annually recognize best-in-class Canadian organizations, CEOs, and Chief People and Culture Officers for fostering cultures that enhance performance and sustain competitive advantages.
News
Nov 14, 2023
In its third year, the program honors companies in four categories: Culture of Year, Innovator, Leader, and Engagement Excellence. Organizations recognized include Make-A-Wish Foundation of America, BetterUp, and Camlin Group.
CALGARY, Alberta — (Nov. 14, 2023) — Kudos, the company that unlocks employee potential and organizational culture through employee recognition, announced today the 40 companies honored in its third annual Best Culture Awards program. This year's applications were impressive – the 2023 award winners have excelled in fostering outstanding workplace cultures.
The 2023 Best Culture Awards features two new categories: the "Culture of the Year," a special accolade reserved for an organization with an extraordinary culture, and the "Engagement Excellence List," dedicated to organizations that have shown unwavering commitment to driving employee engagement. The awards also celebrate the return of the "Culture Leader" and "Culture Innovator" awards.
This year’s winners include exceptional organizations such as Africa’s largest mobile network operator, MTN, Make-A-Wish Foundation of America, BetterUp, and Camlin Group, and they represent over ten industries and range in size from SMEs to enterprises.
"I am deeply honored to recognize and celebrate the exceptional organizations that have emerged as our 2023 Best Culture Award winners," said Muni Boga, President and CEO of Kudos. "Their commitment to fostering a culture of recognition, collaboration, and excellence is truly commendable. Congratulations to each winner – your achievements are a testament to the importance of putting people and culture at the forefront of business strategy. Here's to continued success and inspiring others in the years to come!"
For more information about the 2023 Best Culture Awards presented by Kudos, visit https://www.kudos.com/kudos-awards
These Culture Leaders have succeeded in building a strong and distinct workplace culture founded on their organization's mission, vision and values. Their investments in people analytics, strategic employee recognition and culture initiatives have made a quantifiable difference in employee engagement and organizational performance. The 2023 Culture Leaders are:
The Culture Innovators have demonstrated an impactful commitment to the employee experience in a unique and modern way. They have fostered a strong and supportive culture through creative efforts and think outside the box to boost engagement, morale and regular recognition. The 2023 Culture Innovators are:
The Engagement Excellence List celebrates organizations making strides in employee engagement, as demonstrated by rising levels of employee satisfaction and positive workplace culture metrics. The Engagement Excellence winners are committed to building their employee experience and have up-and-coming cultures to watch! The 2023 Engagement Excellence winners are:
The Culture of the Year Award is presented to an organization that showcases a steadfast commitment to exemplary workplace culture and has made remarkable advancements in the past year toward cultivating a world-class work environment. In reviewing this year’s applications, our selection committee unanimously agreed that two organizations deserve this accolade for 2023. This 2023 Culture of Year Award honorees are:
Both WilsonHCG and OCCU have been recognized as winners for their exceptional commitment to creating workplace environments that not only drive employee engagement and satisfaction but also align closely with their core values, resulting in thriving, inclusive, and productive cultures.
WilsonHCG's culture thrives on innovation, feedback, and ownership, with a comprehensive engagement strategy that leverages employee recognition, CSR activities, and several employee-driven programs.
OCCU stands out for its holistic approach to employee engagement, blending its "people helping people" philosophy with actionable strategies that prioritize well-being, resulting in impressive retention and satisfaction scores.
For further information: Margaux Morgante, press@kudos.com
News
Oct 3, 2023
Kudos has joined UKG's renowned partner network to offer UKG clients a seamless integration into the award-winning employee recognition platform.
October 3, 2023 – Calgary, Alberta – Kudos®, the employee recognition platform that transforms workplace cultures, announced today a new technology partnership with UKG, a leading provider of HR, payroll, and workforce management solutions. With 350 technology and services partners, UKG provides one of the largest and most collaborative partner ecosystems in the Human Capital Management (HCM) industry focused on creating better employee experiences for all people, to improve business outcomes.
With this collaboration, organizations that utilize both Kudos and the UKG Pro suite can benefit from automated integration, user provisioning and data updates. “We are committed to supporting efficient business processes for our valued clients, and this partnership represents that,” says Muni Boga, President and CEO of Kudos. “We look forward to welcoming more UKG clients to our platform in the future. Employee recognition is a necessary practice, and when done right, it can transform workplaces, creating a thriving environment where everyone feels valued, motivated, and deeply connected to their organization,” says Boga.
“At UKG, we strive to create lifelong partnerships with our customers, helping them create modern people experiences to drive better business outcomes and anticipate employee needs beyond just work,” said Mike May, senior director of the UKG Connect Technology Partner Program at UKG. “By cultivating a highly engaged ecosystem of technology partners, including Kudos, we’re able to help create a more seamless and empowering technology experience.”
Kudos aims to provide integrations with the most widely used HRIS solutions on the market. HRIS integrations facilitate the automatic syncing of data so clients can avoid the hassle of managing various systems manually. Along with this UKG partnership, Kudos has expanded its selection of integrations to over 50 different HR, payroll, and directory software.
Kudos is committed to making its product experience as easy and seamless as possible for clients and end users. Kudos is setting a standard of excellence, and this partnership reaffirms its dedication to making employee recognition more accessible and efficient for everyone.
Teamwork pushes us towards our common goals and allows us to execute work aligned with our vision.
We work hard together, but we make sure to have fun together too!
We communicate clearly and frequently. We actively listen. We celebrate wins and share challenges.
We choose happiness daily by practicing gratitude, compassion, and by sharing positive energy with each other.
We also know that experience comes in many forms, that skills are transferable, and passion goes a long way. If you see a role you’re interested in but don’t have the exact experience or skillset we are looking for – we still strongly encourage you to apply. After all, we’re looking for someone who is innovative and loves collaboration as much as we do.
