Maximizing Employee Recognition on Any Budget

Laura Shanley is an Employee Recognition Advisor at Awardco and a trusted partner for organizations asking, “How do we actually make this work?” With experience leading recognition implementations and optimizations at companies like Okta, DocuSign, and Qualcomm, Shanley brings a rare blend of practitioner insight and practical execution. She has navigated complex launches, tight timelines, and global rollouts, helping teams turn ambitious recognition strategies into scalable, sustainable programs. Known for her detailed playbooks, admin-ready assets, and thoughtful governance frameworks, she specializes in translating big ideas into clear workflows, communication plans, and day-to-day processes that drive long-term program success.

Cali Hyde serves as Executive Strategy and Partnerships leader at Awardco, where she bridges strategic sales, partnerships, and employee experience. With more than nine years of experience across SaaS and professional services, Hyde has led enterprise sales initiatives and global proposal strategy across U.S. and European markets. Her cross-functional perspective allows her to position recognition and employee experience not just as cultural initiatives, but as true growth levers within commercial conversations. Known for her collaborative style and strategic mindset, she helps organizations connect recognition strategy to revenue impact, partnership value, and long-term business outcomes—ensuring employee experience plays a central role in overall company success.