In recent years, tech companies have recognised the transformative impact of involving families in professional milestones. Initiatives like family day events at Google, LinkedIn, and Amazon have encouraged stronger relationships between employees and organisations, thereby improving overall workplace engagement and culture. These companies make employees’ families a pivotal part of their journeys to create a sense of belonging and community.
It’s not just about feeling good; even data supports this. A 2024 Gallup report found that happier employees are 17% more productive, and organisations with high engagement see 23% greater profitability. Research from Oxford also shows that happy workers are 13% more productive.
In a popular TED Talk, ‘The Happy Secret to Better Work’, psychologist Shawn Achor argues that happiness drives success, rather than the other way around, and that gratitude is a powerful tool for creating positivity and unlocking potential.
Putting this idea into action, data science company Tredence has turned routine moments into meaningful events by celebrating small achievements with employees and their families.
Celebrating Milestones, Creating Memories
Tredence has introduced Anubhav, an inaugural graduation ceremony of sorts that welcomes not only employees but also their families into the organisation. Apart from simply welcoming new graduates, Anubhav also focuses on inclusion, emotional connection, and the power of community to redefine workplace culture.
“When we hire someone, we’re changing their life and their family’s, too,” Mritunjay Singh, the company’s chief operating officer, explained. This idea highlights Tredence’s approach to making employee well-being and happiness a core priority.
“This is more than a job; it’s a shared journey to build the future for individuals, families, and industries.”
Notably, Tredence’s focus on happiness and community is a smart move that could boost employee retention and performance.
Anubhav celebrates even the smallest work milestones, like receiving the first salary. During the ceremony, parents shared personal stories and expressed pride in their children’s progress.
Comparing the programme to an extension of college, one such graduate said, “We’re still learning, but now we’re getting paid.”
Preparing Employees for a Growing Industry
The event also highlighted the opportunities awaiting graduates who are entering the growing fields of AI and data.
Sharing Tredence’s ambitious growth trajectory, Singh said, “We’re growing 15% a quarter – faster than most IT services firms – and graduates joining us are entering a sunrise sector poised to transform industries.”
It is worth noting that the tech sector, especially AI and data, is expected to grow into a $100 billion industry. “Twenty years ago, we saw industries growing at 40-50% a year. Now, we are seeing that again in the sunrise sector of AI and data,” Singh added.
Tredence emphasised how their journey here will define the path ahead. Moreover, parents and families were reassured that their children are part of a forward-thinking industry with immense growth potential.
The Bigger Picture
Anubhav is more than an onboarding event; it reflects Tredence’s culture-first approach. From live performances by staff to talks on mentorship, the programme brings out the human side of the workplace.
Yogesh, a senior leader, perceives these new graduates as Tredence’s next generation of leaders who reflect the company’s commitment to nurturing talent and encouraging long-term development.
By involving families, celebrating achievements, and prioritising happiness and growth, Tredence positions itself as a people-first employer. Anubhav portrays a future for tech companies where human connection matters just as much as innovation.
Companies Redefining Workplace Relationships
In a similar fashion, tech giant Google offers full-day events termed ‘Take Your Parents to Work Day’ and ‘Take Your Child to Work Day’. During such events, family members of Google employees visit the office, explore the campus, eat food, and sometimes even interact with the CEO.
NVIDIA also aims to provide a supportive environment for its team members and their families. When Russia launched a full-scale invasion of Ukraine in 2022, the technology firm made sure that the hundreds of NVIDIA families in the conflict-stricken countries were safe. It decided to pay its employees salaries in advance, anticipating disruption to operations.
Meanwhile, companies like LinkedIn, Amazon, Salesforce, Cisco and Microsoft offer a range of family-centric benefits, including paid parental leave and child-care support.
