SCOTTSDALE, AZ – Progress Residential has earned a 2026 Global Candidate Experience (CandE) Award from Talent Board for the sixth consecutive year. The recognition highlights Progress' ongoing focus on creating a positive and transparent hiring journey for job candidates across the U.S.
This year, Progress was ranked No. 9 overall among 40 CandE Award winners, earning a place among the program's Top 10 organizations while remaining the highest-ranked real estate company and in-home service provider.
The CandE Awards are based entirely on direct feedback from job candidates, reflecting how Progress' recruiting practices help applicants feel engaged, informed and supported throughout the hiring process.
"This achievement reflects the dedication of our recruiting team and hiring partners who work every day to provide a people-first experience for every candidate," said Trevor Gelder, Senior Vice President of Talent at Progress Residential. "Every candidate interaction is an opportunity to demonstrate who we are as an organization. Being recognized among the Top 10 CandE winners this year reinforces our commitment to ensuring candidates feel respected, informed and valued from their first interaction with Progress."
To earn a CandE Award, employers participate in a comprehensive evaluation process that combines an assessment of recruiting practices with detailed candidate feedback from both hired and non-hired applicants. Winners are determined by candidate responses across key areas, including overall experience, willingness to reapply, likelihood to refer others and the impact of the experience on their perception of the organization.
About Progress Residential
Progress Residential is a leading provider of property management services for tens of thousands of rental homes in more than 30 markets across the US. We use data and technology and continuously identify opportunities to innovate and invest in the leasing and living experience for the residents we serve. Progress is proud to play a critical role in the housing ecosystem, expanding access to secure and stable housing and empowering residents to live in communities of their choice. Learn more at www.rentprogress.com.
About The CandEs
The Candidate Experience (CandE) Benchmark Research and Awards Program is the first program of its kind focused on the elevation and promotion of a quality candidate experience. Also known as The CandEs, the program was founded by Talent Board in 2011 and is now part of Survale. The CandE Benchmark Research Program delivers annual recruiting and hiring industry benchmark research that highlights accountability, fairness and the business impact of candidate experience. More information can be found here.