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Application Process


Apply for the Best Employers Award: Excellence in Health & Well-being to highlight how your organization goes above and beyond to offer your employees comprehensive, innovative and impactful benefits and programs.

Applicants are assessed on approaches to:

  • Leadership, Culture and Well-being Strategy;
  • Holistic Well-being;
  • Engagement and the Employee Experience;
  • Health Inclusion and Social Determinants of Health; and
  • Metrics and Evaluation. 

Applicants are encouraged to also nominate their company for recognition in the following categories:

  • Excellence in Mental Health;
  • Excellence in Health Inclusion;
  • Excellence in Global Health & Well-being.

Members of Business Group on Health, as well as non-member companies, are welcome to apply.



Visit our resources page for:

  • Application Guide: This document contains the exact questions that are in the online application. Learn more about the process, eligibility criteria, application questions, and access guiding resources.
  • Samples Responses: See what takes an application from good to great — tailor your responses to reflect your organization's unique approach and achievements.
  • Tips and Tricks: Help your company navigate the application process, from gathering information and crafting standout examples that will best showcase your company’s well-being work to the panel of judges.

How It Works

September 2026
Applications Open
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November 2026
Applications Close
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February 2027
Winners are Notified
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March 2027
Winners Receive Media Kits for Promotional Purposes
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April 2027
Winners Are Announced at 2027 Business Group on Health Annual Conference
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