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Get Recognized as a Top Product of the Year by
HR Executive
APPLY NOW:
Submissions close midnight ET on Friday, March 27, 2026.
Each year,
HR Executive
recognizes the most innovative and impactful solutions in HR. The
Top HR Products of the Year
awards spotlight new and emerging technologies that are breaking ground in the HR tech market and shaping how organizations work.
Why Enter?
Independant credibility
Earn third-party validation from the
HR Executive
judging team through a rigorous evaluation process.
Marketing-ready proof
Use the Top HR Products seal across your website, campaigns, sales decks, booth signage, and outbound communications to strengthen competitive buying conversations.
Built-in industry visibility
Gain exposure across
HR Executive
and HR Tech channels, reaching HR leaders actively evaluating new solutions.
A high-profile recognition moment
Be honored during the HR Icons Awards Evening at HR Tech 2026, one of the event’s most visible moments.
Eligibilty
Submissions are open to HR technology providers with solutions that:
Represent new or significantly enhanced innovation
Were developed approximately within the last year.
Will be generally available by September 2026
How the Selection Process Works
Initial Review
From all submissions, the
HR Executive
team will create a shortlist of solutions for consideration.
Shortlist Notification
Providers selected for the short list will be notified no later than May 18, 2026
Live Demonstrations
Shortlisted providers will need to present a formal demonstration to the
HR Executive
judging panel. Requirements and instructions for the demo will be provided.
Final selections
After the screenings and demonstrations,
up to 20 solutions
will be named Top HR Products of the Year. Final selections are expected to be completed in July 2026.
Entry Details
Entry Fee
$175 (non-refundable; paid at time of submission)
Deadline
Submissions must be completed by midnight ET on Friday, March 27, 2026.
Select 'Start' to begin your submission.
Questions?
Eligibility, criteria or what to include on your application? Email
Ingrid.Tunberg@arc-network.com
.
Technical or form issues? Email
Jamie.Weiss@arc-network.com
.
To preview the application questions,
Click this link
.