HR Pacesetter Awards
Celebrating Excellence and Innovation in HR
At Irresistible 2026, The Josh Bersin Company team will honor the HR teams who are redefining what’s possible in our profession, with our HR Pacesetter Awards ceremony on Tuesday, June 9.
Pacesetters set the standard for excellence within their organizations—pioneering creative solutions, embracing new technologies, and putting people at the center to drive true business transformation.
Whether you’ve launched a bold new initiative, reimagined your HR operating model, or harnessed the power of AI and data to unlock new value, this is your opportunity to showcase your team’s impact and inspire the global HR community.
Application Process Details
Applications for the 2026 HR Pacesetter Awards are currently closed.
Thank you to all of our applicants!
The Josh Bersin Company team will follow up directly with applicants by Thursday, April 30th with the status of their application.
Have questions? Email hrpacesetters@bersinpartners.com for more information!
The Awards Ceremony
Winners will be celebrated at the Irresistible 2026 conference in Los Angeles, with a special ceremony at the iconic Natural History Museum. This unforgettable evening brings together innovators and leaders from around the world to honor the teams shaping the future of HR.
Award recipients will also have opportunities to share their stories with the broader HR community—spotlighting their achievements and inspiring others to raise the bar for excellence.
