Awards
Celebrate Excellence
October 8 | The Carlyle
Award recipients will be celebrated at SHRM-Atlanta’s HR Excellence Awards Gala, October 8 at The Carlyle.
Join us for an evening dedicated to honoring achievements, connecting with fellow professionals, and recognizing the vital role HR plays in business success.
Tickets, Tables, & Sponsorships Now Available!
Join us for the HR Excellence Awards Gala.
Celebrating the Best in Human Resources
The SHRM-Atlanta HR Excellence Awards honor the outstanding achievements, innovation, and leadership of human resources professionals and organizations across the Atlanta area. These awards recognize those who are shaping the future of work through impactful people strategies, forward-thinking programs, and a commitment to excellence in HR.
Nominations for the 2026 HR Excellence Awards Are Now Closed
Thank you to everyone who submitted a nomination for the 2026 HR Excellence Awards. We are incredibly grateful to the HR professionals, teams, consultants, and organizations across Metro Atlanta who shared the inspiring work being done to elevate the people profession.
Our independent panel of judges is now reviewing nominations across the award categories.
What's Next?
Our judges will carefully evaluate each nomination, and finalists will be announced in the coming weeks.
Winners will be recognized at the 2026 HR Excellence Awards Gala.
Thank you again to everyone who participated and helped make this year's awards program a success. We look forward to celebrating with you in October!
Questions? Send us an email, contact programs@shrmatlanta.org
Inspire Others
Human resources plays a critical role in organizational performance and employee experience.
The HR Excellence Awards highlight best practices, inspire innovation, and provide a platform to recognize the professionals who are leading change in today’s evolving workplace.
Be a part of this celebration that not only recognizes today’s achievements but also sparks inspiration for continued innovation and excellence across the HR community.
Become a Sponsor
SHRM-Atlanta brings together the region’s HR community to celebrate individuals and teams who are making a meaningful difference in their workplaces and beyond. From talent development to organizational culture, the HR Excellence Awards spotlight the initiatives that drive business success through people. Align your brand with excellence in HR.
