The BambooHR HR Experience Maker Awards recognize HR professionals and BambooHR users who stand out in their efforts to build, grow, support, and lead their organizations into the future. HR Experience Makers are the business partners, workplace caretakers, problem solvers, people nurturers, and employee advocates you work alongside every day.

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What Will They Win?

Connect Announcement

Winners will be announced at BambooHR Connect on October 7th, 2025 and featured on the Experience Makers website.

Grand Prize

All Experience Maker award winners will win a $2,000 Paid-Paid Vacation stipend.

Experience Maker Badge

Winners will receive an HR Experience Maker virtual badge to display as proof of their achievement.

Award Categories

Heart & Soul

For those who are building better working relationships, providing excellent emotional support, and displaying courageous communication.

Strategic Leadership

To an HR pro whose close partnership with business leaders makes them a critical strategic asset.

Career Growth/Advocate

For flawlessly hiring and onboarding at speed to handle rapid business growth.

Business Growth

For those who are building better working relationships, providing excellent emotional support, and displaying courageous communication.

Employee Experience

For someone who is driving an exceptional employee experience in unique ways.

Problem Solving

In recognition for tackling challenging problems and devising creative solutions.