#United States #San Francisco #NovoEd #Talent Development #Novie Awards

Third Annual Novie Awards Celebrates Workforce Development

On October 28, 2025, NovoEd, a pioneering enterprise talent development technology provider, held its third annual Novie Awards, recognizing organizations that have made substantial strides in transforming the workplace through strategic learning and development initiatives. During a virtual awards ceremony that capped off Campfire 2025, NovoEd's annual conference, leaders from various industries came together to celebrate their commitment to cultivating future-ready talent.

This year’s awards showcased a range of impressive nominations highlighting organizations that partnered with NovoEd to implement high-impact learning solutions. The winners exemplify transformative practices across various sectors, including healthcare, consumer goods, and transportation.

Among the honorees were:

• - Best Use of Teams - Kohler Co.
• - Best Visual Design - Entelechy, for Thermo Fisher
• - Best Blended Learning - Stanford Health Care
• - Best Continuous Learning - Delta Air Lines, Inc.
• - Ignite Impact Award - Mass General Brigham

Scott Kinney, CEO and Chairman of NovoEd, expressed pride in the achievements of these organizations. He remarked, “We are proud to honor these influential companies that are building future-ready teams through strategic learning experiences. Upskilling in today's landscape needs a new approach, and each Novie recognition represents the power and potential that scalable talent development means for the future of the enterprise.”

Empowering Talent Through Innovation

The Novie Awards ceremony exemplified a collaborative spirit and a shared vision for reimagining workforce development. The Campfire 2025 conference featured interactive sessions, keynote speeches, and panel discussions led by industry leaders. Participants included representatives from esteemed organizations such as Baker Tilly, Boston Consulting Group, Fidelity Investments, Marriott International, and Yale School of Management. These sessions fostered knowledge sharing and provided actionable insights for enhancing corporate learning strategies.

The focus of this year's conference wasn't just on recognition, but also on driving innovation in learning practices to meet the evolving needs of the workforce. Discussions centered around leveraging technology for enhanced engagement, collaboration, and overall effectiveness in talent development.

A Legacy of Learning

NovoEd, which was founded in 2012 out of the Stanford Social Algorithms Lab, has remained committed to providing enterprises with tools that facilitate scalable and impactful learning frameworks. The platform harnesses established learning science to promote engagement, collaboration, and competency application—equipping organizations with the means to adapt to rapid changes in the job market and foster a culture of continuous learning.

In the current climate where workplaces face unprecedented challenges, the need for adaptability and ongoing skills enhancement has never been more critical. The Novie Awards stand as a testament to the organizations that understand this imperative and actively pursue innovative learning solutions.

As we move forward, the Novie Awards continue to highlight not just excellence in talent development but also the critical partnerships that make transformative learning possible. Companies looking to stay ahead must embrace these principles as they prepare their workforce for future challenges.

For more information on the Novie Awards and NovoEd's ongoing efforts in workforce development, visit novoed.com.