Updated April 29, 2025

Now Is the Time to Prioritize Employee Engagement — How HEC’s Complimentary Annual Employee Engagement Survey Can Help

In times of economic uncertainty, organizations are facing tough decisions about where to focus energy and resources. In times such as this, your people are your most valuable investment—driving resilience, adaptability and lasting results. They are the engine behind your organization’s agility, its capacity to navigate ambiguity, and its long-term success. Engaged employees are more adaptable, productive, and committed to your organization's goals even when the road ahead isn’t clear. Hawaii Employers Council is committed to supporting your efforts with our annual HEC Engagement Survey – free as a member benefit - designed to give you critical insights without burdening your budget.

Here’s why participating in HEC’s 2025 Employee Engagement Survey matters more than ever right now:

1. Understand How Your Employees Are Really Feeling in Uncertain Times
   When the economy feels unstable, your employees feel it too — in their work and their outlook on the future. Our engagement survey provides an honest snapshot of employee sentiment, revealing how your team perceives their job security, leadership, workload, and future opportunities. This clarity is essential for leaders making people-first decisions in uncertain times.
2. Pinpoint Immediate Opportunities for Improvement
   Economic ambiguity can magnify underlying issues in culture, communication, or management. The survey helps surface specific pain points from misaligned expectations to gaps in support or recognition so you can address them proactively. By focusing on what matters most to your employees today, you’ll build trust and stability when they need it most.
3. Strengthen Retention and Reduce Costly Turnover
   With the Hawaii talent market still highly competitive, retaining the right talent is mission critical. The engagement survey helps you understand the root causes of disengagement and flight risk, giving you the opportunity to make meaningful changes before employees start looking elsewhere.
4. Improve Organizational Performance Despite External Pressures
   Engaged teams outperform disengaged ones. They collaborate better, innovate more, and deliver stronger customer service. By leveraging data from the survey, you can align your strategies with what truly motivates your people — unlocking greater productivity and resilience across your organization.
5. Foster a Workplace Culture of Trust and Open Communication
   Offering an employee engagement survey signals to your people that their voices matter. Especially during uncertain times, transparent communication and genuine listening are crucial for maintaining morale and connection. The survey opens the door to meaningful dialogue, helping to create a culture where employees feel seen, heard, and valued.
   
   

HEC Is Here to Help

As an HEC member, you have exclusive access to this powerful engagement survey tool at no additional cost. It’s a practical, data-driven way to strengthen your organization from the inside out, especially when every decision counts.

Take the next step:

Registration opens April 29 for HEC member companies and is open until June 13, 2025.

For more information, visit HEC’s Employee Engagement Survey FAQ page.

Contact Tracie Foglia at tfoglia@HECouncil.org with questions.

We are excited to announce that, for the first time ever, HEC’s member toolkit now includes Korn Ferry 360 assessments. This powerful resource is designed to enhance strategic leadership development within your organization. Our annual employee engagement survey provides actionable insights into your workforce’s experience, and when paired with the Korn Ferry 360 assessments, your organization gains a holistic view of leadership growth in essential areas. This synergy drives stronger employee engagement and improves business outcomes. 

We’re here to help you get started if you’re interested in incorporating Korn Ferry 360s into your talent strategy. 

Let’s work together to build a more resilient, engaged, and high-performing Hawaii workforce, no matter what challenges come our way.