Energage, the HR technology company powering the Top Workplaces employer recognition program, today announced a new partnership with Seattle Times Media Solutions to bring the Top Workplaces awards to the greater Seattle area in 2026.
This new collaboration marks the first Top Workplaces program in Washington State, offering local employers the opportunity to earn trusted, credible recognition for companies that prioritize people-first cultures and the workplace experience. Nominations will be accepted now through August 2025, and the winners will be announced in The Seattle Times and on the Top Workplaces website in early 2026.
“We’re thrilled to partner with The Seattle Times to spotlight companies where employees feel truly seen, heard, and valued,” said Dan Kessler, President of Energage. “This partnership ensures that deserving employers across the region receive the visibility and credibility they’ve earned, helping them stand out to both top talent and customers.”
All organizations with 35 or more employees in the greater Seattle region are eligible to participate, including public, private, nonprofit, and government employers. There is no cost to nominate, participate, or win the award.
Top Workplaces winners are determined by employee feedback collected through the confidential, science-backed Energage Workplace Survey. This trusted survey measures key culture drivers proven to predict organizational success and employee engagement, and it has been refined by insights from millions of employees across more than 70,000 organizations over the past two decades.
“We are excited to launch the Top Workplaces program in partnership with Energage,” said Amber Aldrich, Vice President of Advertising at The Seattle Times. “We’re committed to serving our community, and this initiative gives us a powerful way to celebrate the organizations making the Seattle area a fantastic place to work. By shining a light on companies that prioritize their employees, we’re not only providing valuable insights for job seekers but also fostering a stronger, more vibrant economic landscape for everyone.”
In addition to regional recognition, companies that participate may also be eligible for national Top Workplaces awards across culture excellence and industry categories — all based on the same single survey.
To nominate your organization for the 2026 Seattle-area Top Workplaces award, visit www.topworkplaces.com/nominate/seattle.
