By: Newsworthy.ai
May 12, 2026
Award Winners Announced for Outstanding Contributions to Improving Employee Well-being
HR.com is proud to announce the winners of the 2026 Employee Well-being Awards, recognizing outstanding innovation in workplace wellness solutions and comprehensive program design. These awards celebrate organizations transforming how employers support physical, mental, and behavioral health to drive engagement, improve outcomes, and deliver measurable business value.
Best Employee Wellness Solution Award: Avidon HealthAvidon Health is recognized as the winner of the Best Employee Wellness Solution Award for its rebuilt behavior change platform, which democratizes workplace wellness by making evidence-based coaching accessible to organizations of any size. Its fast, affordable, turnkey design enables instant deployment without IT support, delivering personalized, science-backed wellness journeys that drive engagement, measurable participation, and sustained behavior change across stress, sleep, movement, and nutrition.
“Winning this award from HR.com is a proud moment for our team. HR and benefits leaders put their credibility on the line every time they recommend a solution,” stated a representative from Avidon Health. “This award is our promise to them that the trust was well placed and that we will keep earning it.”
Best Comprehensive Wellness Program: Hancock HealthHancock Health is recognized as the winner of the Best Comprehensive Wellness Program for its first-of-its-kind, year-long weight management initiative that blends lifestyle medicine, clinical care, medical fitness, and medication when appropriate. Focused on sustainable outcomes rather than access alone, the program delivers results comparable to GLP-1 benchmarks, supports long-term behavior change, and generates measurable ROI for employers.
“Our wellness strategy is not just a ‘program’; it has become a strategic advantage as we build a culture where every associate can thrive physically, emotionally, and professionally,” said Jenny Weidner, Director of Human Resource, Hancock Health.
Together, these award winners exemplify the future of employee well-being through scalable innovation, clinical rigor, and a commitment to lasting impact.
View All HR.com Awards: www.hr.com/awards
“These award winners represent a meaningful shift in how organizations are approaching employee well-being,” said Debbie McGrath, CEO of HR.com. “By combining innovation, accessibility, and measurable outcomes, they are helping employers and employees move beyond traditional wellness programs to deliver real, lasting impact for their workforce and their business.”
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