October 15, 2026 - Global Celebration
Join Certified Companies Showing
What Trust in Action Looks Like
A day of action where Certified™ organizations spotlight the people,
the culture, and the trust that make them a great place to work.
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What Is Certification Nation Day?
Certification Nation Day is our annual global celebration where Certified organizations take the stage on social media to talk about what it means to be a great workplace. It's more than just a celebration; it's a day of action.
Certification Nation Day is our annual global celebration where Certified organizations take the stage on social media to talk about what it means to be a great workplace. It's more than just a celebration; it's a day of action.
Why Should You Celebrate Certification Nation Day?
Showcase Your Culture
Promote your culture on Certification Nation Day and cement your reputation as an employer of choice.
Attract Top Talent
Attract top talent with authentic, purpose-driven stories that highlight your employee experience.
Bring Your Values to Life
Show how you support, recognize, and invest in your people.
Join a Global Movement
Connect with a global community of Certified companies leading with trust and purpose.
Why Should You Celebrate Certification Nation Day?
- Promote your culture on Certification Nation Day and cement your reputation as an employer of choice.
- Attract top talent with authentic, purpose-driven stories that highlight your employee experience.
- Bring your values to life by showing how you support, recognize, and invest in your people.
- Connect with a global community of Certified companies leading with trust and purpose.
How It Works?
Step 1
01
Select a two-week period to launch the Trust Index™, our research-backed employee experience survey.
Step 2
02
Meet the employee survey benchmark to be Great Place To Work® Certified™.
Step 3
03
Promote your company culture on Certification Nation Day, October 16, 2025.
Step 4
04
Recruit and retain employees who bring skills and value to the table.
How Does Certification and Certification Nation Day Boost Your Employer Brand?
A positive corporate culture can provide a financial edge in a competitive market. Great Place To Work Certified company communicates to investors, potential employees, and business partners that the company is a reliable and trustworthy choice.
Evaluate and compare your organizational culture to that of the most successful companies globally. Our data will point out areas that need improvements, all presented in simple and easy-to-understand metrics.
Position your business as one that demonstrates concern for its employees and earns their trust and devotion. The Certification provides you with the tools to establish your brand and gain visibility.
Certification Nation Day - October 15, 2026
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Certification Nation Day!
Get Certified Today
Start your application process for Great Place To Work Certification and join us on October 16,
for Certification Nation Day 2025.
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