Brighten – Instant, peer-driven employee recognition integrated in Slack and Teams

Summary: Brighten enables real-time, peer-to-peer employee recognition directly within Slack and Teams, offering over 500 reward options and analytics for engagement tracking. It eliminates the need for manager-only recognition and separate apps, making appreciation part of daily workflows.

What it does

Brighten integrates with Slack and Teams to allow any team member to recognize others instantly. It provides a rewards marketplace with gift cards, experiences, donations, and swag, alongside real-time analytics including engagement scores and manager insights.

Who it's for

Brighten is designed for teams seeking a peer-driven recognition system that fits into existing communication tools without relying solely on managers or HR.

Why it matters

It addresses common recognition failures by enabling peer-to-peer appreciation within workflows, reducing reliance on managers and separate apps, and offering meaningful rewards that increase sustained engagement.