Join us for our latest Recognition Office Hours: Get Ready for Employee Appreciation Day!, where HR leaders came together to workshop their plans and make this year’s celebration more meaningful and impactful.
In this live session, Rodrigo Ortega, Manager of Customer Success at Bucketlist Rewards, answered attendee questions in real time and shared practical guidance on how to move beyond one-day celebrations toward more intentional, year-round recognition. The conversation focused on aligning appreciation efforts with company values, engaging both leaders and peers in recognition, and ensuring plans feel authentic — not last-minute.
Attendees left with clear, actionable ideas to strengthen their Employee Appreciation Day strategy and build momentum for ongoing engagement.
Key Takeaways
How to make Employee Appreciation Day meaningful, and how to turn a one-day celebration into lasting recognition momentum
Ways to align appreciation with company values and culture
Budget-friendly, practical ideas that resonate with teams
Speaker
Rodrigo Ortega
Manager, Customer Success at Bucketlist Rewards
Rodrigo Ortega leads Customer Success at Bucketlist Rewards, where he partners with HR and People leaders to build recognition programs that drive real engagement and retention. He works closely with organizations across industries to turn appreciation into a strategic advantage, helping teams move from one-off initiatives to scalable, values-driven programs that employees genuinely connect with.
With a deep understanding of what makes recognition meaningful, Rodrigo brings a practical, results-focused approach to every conversation. He has supported companies through launches, relaunches, culture shifts, and milestone moments, always keeping the employee experience at the center.
