O.C. Tanner Company

O.C. Tanner is a global leader in employee recognition and workplace culture solutions, dedicated to helping organizations appreciate their employees and foster thriving work environments. Founded in 1927 by Obert C. Tanner, the company's mission is to inspire people to invent, create, and discover by celebrating great work. Headquartered in Salt Lake City, Utah, O.C. Tanner has expanded its operations internationally, serving clients in over 180 countries.

The company's core offering is the Culture Cloud platform, a comprehensive software-as-a-service (SaaS) solution that provides tools for service awards, performance recognition, peer-to-peer appreciation, celebrations, global rewards, and custom awards. This platform is designed to be versatile, catering to desk-based, frontline, remote, and global teams, and integrates with various workplace systems. O.C. Tanner also provides strategic consulting and conducts extensive research through the O.C. Tanner Institute, offering insights into employee engagement and organizational performance.

In recent leadership changes, Scott Sperry was elevated to CEO and President in June 2024, succeeding Dave Petersen. O.C. Tanner continues to innovate its offerings, having launched AI-enabled tools like Culture Intelligence and AI Recognition Coach in November 2024 to enhance employee experience. The company also introduced new Culture Cloud features such as Company Store and Manager Store in November 2025, and new recognition tools like Post a Win, Boost, and Leader Broadcast in September 2025. Recognized as a leader in employee recognition by prominent analyst firms like IDC, Everest Group, and Fosway Group, O.C. Tanner maintains a significant market presence in the employee rewards and recognition sector.