What does it mean to be a Kudosian?

Definition [Kudo-see-inn]:
A person who is a big dreamer and hard worker; one who believes in changing the world one thank-you at a time. Someone who always brings their “A” game every day and approaches everything with positive energy and enthusiasm. A Kudosian works hard, works smart, has fun, and genuinely cares about their coworkers.

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The team enjoys aBBQ at the Kudos Hub main office in Calgary, AB.

Who we are

A SaaS-based company that makes employee recognition simple and meaningful. We believe everyone deserves to experience a culture of recognition.

At Kudos, we value happiness and well-being. We celebrate differences and devote time, energy, and resources to build an environment where all team members can speak openly, be courageous, try new things, and bring their whole, authentic selves to work.

Kudos Recognized as One of Canada’s Most Admired™ Corporate Cultures

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The team enjoys aBBQ at the Kudos Hub main office in Calgary, AB.

Checking the Kudos wall helps me keep in touch with what everyone else is working on, achieving, and having fun with! Everything about Kudos is people-centric – this naturally encourages you to rethink how you manage that balance if you weren’t previously lucky enough to work in this kind of environment

Mélanie Beaudry Desjardins,
Product Manager

My experience here has been phenomenal. I've loved my time at Kudos so far and I would highly recommend that others take any opportunity they get to work here. I love coming into the office to see all my favourite co-workers and getting to know some new people. Also, the flexibility with hours makes it super easy to get my work done when and how I want.

Scout Sackley,
Account Executive

There is a strong and unique culture here, – it is welcoming, friendly, supportive, and goal-oriented. I get to connect and engage with my team and other teams frequently. Sharing messages of appreciation and gratitude positively impacts my personal life. A huge benefit that takes place in the summer is Half Days on Fridays. Kudos is a remarkable and ambitious company with great people leading it: there is innovation and creativity in all areas, so be prepared to fully step in and be a part of it!

Rondik Haji,
Sales Development Representative

Some of the benefits of working at Kudos

Competitive salary

Robust benefits package

Regular recognition and rewards

Growth opportunities

Health & wellness spending account

Parental leave program

Distributed work model

Learning & professional development funds

Half-day Fridays in the summer

A Leader in Recognition

WorkTech Winner 2025
HR Tech Awards 2024
G2 Highest User Adoption Mid-Market Winter 2024
G2 Best Results Winter 2024
Best Est. ROI Enterprise Winter 2024
G2 Best Usability Winter 2024
G2 High Performer Enterprise Winter 2024
G2 Leader Mid-Market Winter 2024
Slashdot
Brandon Hall Group Technology Excellence Group
SourceForge Leader
SourceForge User Reviews
Software Advice Frontrunners
Capterra Shortlist
WorkTech Winner 2025
HR Tech Awards 2024
G2 Highest User Adoption Mid-Market Winter 2024
G2 Best Results Winter 2024
Best Est. ROI Enterprise Winter 2024
G2 Best Usability Winter 2024
G2 High Performer Enterprise Winter 2024
G2 Leader Mid-Market Winter 2024
Slashdot
Brandon Hall Group Technology Excellence Group
SourceForge Leader
SourceForge User Reviews
Software Advice Frontrunners
Capterra Shortlist

It’s easy to see why Kudos employees love their jobs

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Oct 15, 2025

New Survey Reports Employee Recognition as Business Critical, Key Productivity Booster

New Survey Reports Employee Recognition as Business Critical, Key Productivity BoosterNew Survey Reports Employee Recognition as Business Critical, Key Productivity Booster
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Employee Recognition Trends survey reveals that recognition drives results: 90% of organizations now track rewards and recognition program outcomes, and 67% see productivity gains.

CALGARY, AB — October 15, 2025 — A shift is underway in how organizations view recognition, according to new independent research by Kudos®, in partnership with Sago and TSC, which surveyed people managers and HR leaders. 

The Employee Recognition Trends survey finds the majority of organizations are putting recognition under the same ROI lens as other strategic initiatives, with 90% now tracking outcomes of their recognition programs, and nearly 40% running ROI analyses to directly link culture investments to productivity, retention, and profitability.

The payoff is clear, with 84% of organizations reporting stronger employee engagement after implementing recognition platforms, and 67% reporting measurable gains in productivity.

Meanwhile, nearly two-thirds (64%) of managers and HR leaders say budget constraints limit their ability to recognize employees as often as they’d like.

“Organizations today are under pressure to show measurable impact from every initiative, and recognition is no exception,” said Muni Boga, CEO, Kudos. “The survey data reinforces what we see every day—genuine recognition not only engages teams, but drives strategic outcomes and productivity. Recognition is about to go through a transformation, and this survey highlights the need for smarter tools that maximize impact and efficiency.”

Kudos launches next-gen platform to power recognition 

Kudos, a leading employee recognition and rewards platform, has introduced a next-generation recognition platform to drive productivity, automation, and ROI. The platform empowers teams with flexible new tools that make recognition scalable, flexible, and impactful, while reducing administrative effort.

“With the next generation of the Kudos platform, we’ve responded to client needs and market research, making it easier for leaders to amplify recognition across their organization," Boga added. “Through real-time rewards, engagement tracking, and automated insights, we’re helping companies drive productivity, retention, and ROI through a culture of appreciation that delivers results.”

Kudos platform now includes:

  • New automated workflows to simplify administration.
  • Smarter budget management tools ensure rewards programs are both effective and sustainable.
  • Flexible points banks and options for non-monetary recognition, enabling organizations to maximize budget utilization.
  • AI assistance to write and refine messages, keeping recognition inclusive and meaningful.
  • Enhanced real-time insights that help leaders understand engagement.
  • Comprehensive recognition toolset featuring smarter automated celebrations and eCards, challenge incentives, and more, making recognition easy to deliver.

Additional survey findings: AI and automation in modern recognition 

Organizations are increasingly modernizing recognition with AI and automation:

  • Two-thirds (67%) of managers and HR leaders are now using AI, specifically AI-assisted writing tools, in rewards and recognition to reduce manual effort.
  • 69% of organizations use smart suggestions and 66% use scheduled recognition.
  • HR leaders are more likely than people managers to embrace AI-powered recognition, with 73% of HR leaders valuing AI-assisted writing tools compared to 60% of people managers.

Visit kudos.com to learn more about how Kudos has reimagined recognition. 

About the survey

The Starr Conspiracy, in partnership with Sago and sponsored by Kudos, surveyed 332 managers and HR leaders from U.S. organizations with 500–4,999 employees, using a quota system to ensure a robust mix across company sizes and roles. Fieldwork was completed from September 10-15, 2025. All results are reported at a 95% confidence level with an overall margin of error of ±5.4 percentage points. Subgroup findings represent smaller samples, with proportionally larger margins of error. The sample is not weighted to reflect the full U.S. employer population, but is valid for insights among mid-sized to large organizations using rewards and recognition technology. Additional details about research design and the online survey instrument are available upon request.

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Oct 8, 2025

Kudos® Named Champion in 2025 Info-Tech Data Quadrant Awards for Rewards & Recognition Software

Kudos® Named Champion in 2025 Info-Tech Data Quadrant Awards for Rewards & Recognition SoftwareKudos® Named Champion in 2025 Info-Tech Data Quadrant Awards for Rewards & Recognition Software
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CALGARY, AB — October 7, 2025 — Kudos®, a leading employee recognition and rewards platform, has been named a Champion on the 2025 Data Quadrant Awards, presented by Info-Tech Research Group, a McLean & Company organization.

The Data Quadrant Awards celebrates excellence in product features and functionality, highlighting a commitment to quality and innovation.

“We are deeply honored to be named a Champion in Info-Tech’s 2025 Data Quadrant Awards for Rewards & Recognition software,” said Muni Boga, President, CEO, and Co-Founder of Kudos. “This distinction is especially meaningful because it’s grounded in real user experience. This award validates our continuous focus on delivering a platform that is not only feature-rich and reliable but also responsive, trustworthy, and beloved by our global customer base.”

“Software solutions that earn a Champion placement in Info-Tech’s Data Quadrant demonstrate not only strong product capabilities but also high satisfaction across support, ease of implementation, and vendor relationships,” says William Howard, a Practice Lead at McLean & Company, a division of Info-Tech Research Group specializing in HR research and advisory. “Kudos is part of 2025's top employee recognition solutions ranked by users for helping organizations strengthen culture and performance.”

Kudos enables organizations in more than 140 countries in fostering high-performing, people-first cultures through meaningful recognition. Its platform combines peer-to-peer appreciation and rewards with tools for internal communication, milestone celebrations, gamified incentives, and real-time reporting, making it one of the most effective and admin-friendly solutions in the market.

To see how Kudos powers cultures of connection and impact, visit Kudos.com.

Contact: Margaux Morgante, Director, Marketing & Communications, press@kudos.com  

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About Info-Tech Research Group
Info-Tech Research Group is the world’s fastest growing information technology research and advisory company, proudly serving over 30,000 IT professionals.

It produces unbiased and highly relevant research to help CIOs and IT leaders make strategic, timely, and well-informed decisions. Info-Tech partners closely with IT teams to provide everything they need, from actionable tools to analyst guidance, ensuring they deliver measurable results for their organizations.

Learn more at www.infotech.com.  

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Sep 23, 2025

Powering the Future of Work: Kudos Recognized for WorkTech Innovation

Powering the Future of Work: Kudos Recognized for WorkTech Innovation Powering the Future of Work: Kudos Recognized for WorkTech Innovation
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CALGARY, AB — September 23, 2025 — Kudos®, a leading employee recognition and rewards platform, has been named a winner of the 2025 WorkTech Awards, presented by Inspiring Workplaces in partnership with TSC.

The WorkTech Awards celebrates the world’s most innovative, impactful HR and workplace technology solutions. Winners are selected based on five criteria: employee impact, customer success, organizational purpose, innovation, and future-readiness. Kudos stood out for its purpose-driven design, measurable business results, and global reach across industries.

“We’re honored to be recognized among the world’s most forward-thinking WorkTech innovators,” said Muni Boga, President, CEO, and Co-Founder of Kudos. “This award underscores our mission to help organizations move beyond outdated recognition practices and build cultures where people feel seen, connected, and empowered to thrive. Today’s leading companies know that recognition is not just a perk - it’s a strategic lever for business performance, employee retention, and happiness.”

Matt Manners, founder of Inspiring Workplaces, remarked, “At Inspiring Workplaces, we’ve seen how the right WorkTech, especially in this era of AI, can spark real change. It has the power to strengthen culture, boost performance and make organizations more human. This year’s WorkTech Award winners are leading the way.”

Kudos enables organizations in more than 140 countries in fostering high-performing, people-first cultures through meaningful recognition. Its platform combines peer-to-peer appreciation and rewards with tools for internal communication, milestone celebrations, gamified incentives, and real-time reporting, making it one of the most effective and admin-friendly solutions in the market.

To see how Kudos powers cultures of connection and impact, visit Kudos.com.

Contact: Margaux Morgante, Director, Marketing & Communications, press@kudos.com  

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About The Inspiring Workplaces Group
Inspiring Workplaces is a global organisation on a mission to help businesses build, prove, and celebrate truly PeopleFirst cultures. Believing that the greatest force in business is people, Inspiring Workplaces champions cultures where belief, belonging and confidence in the future empower individuals to thrive. Learn more at https://www.inspiring-workplaces.com/  

About TSC (Previously The Starr Conspiracy)
TSC is a full - stack agency that is redefining marketing for tech companies — because the blocking and tackling era is over and the road to hell is paved with performance optimizations. Find us at www.tsc.chat.  

From entry-level to senior leadership, our primary goal when hiring is ensuring that our values and ideals align with those of the people we hire.  

Teamwork pushes us towards our common goals and allows us to execute work aligned with our vision.

We work hard together, but we make sure to have fun together too!

We communicate clearly and frequently. We actively listen. We celebrate wins and share challenges.

We choose happiness daily by practicing gratitude, compassion, and by sharing positive energy with each other.

Kudos team socializing on office patio

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