Premier Sales Designations: Recognizing Excellence in Sales Employment

The Institute for Effective Professional Selling (IEPS) premier sales designations set the industry standard for recognizing world-class sales organizations and the professionals who drive their success.

Companies must apply to earn the Premier Women in Sales Employer (PWISE) and Premier Sales Employer (PSE) designations—prestigious distinctions that signal a commitment to sales excellence.

Why Pursue These Designations?

Attracting and retaining top-tier sales talent is more competitive than ever. Earning a PWISE or PSE designation demonstrates that your company:

✅ Invests in its sales professionals, fostering career growth and development.
✅ Creates an inclusive, supportive environment that values and empowers sales teams.
✅ Is committed to excellence, ensuring sales leaders have the tools, training, and resources to succeed.
✅ Prioritizes customer success, reinforcing a culture of service and results-driven engagement.

Stand out as a top employer for sales professionals. Apply for a Premier Sales Designation and showcase your leadership in the industry.

About the Premier Women in Sales Employer (PWISE)

Setting the Standard for Companies That Champion Women in Sales

Attracting and retaining top sales talent—especially diverse talent—is more challenging than ever. The Premier Women in Sales Employer (PWISE) designation from the Institute for Effective Professional Selling (IEPS) has become the gold standard for recognizing companies that actively support the growth, development, and advancement of women in sales.

Why PWISE Matters

Women sales professionals seek employers who understand and prioritize their success. Earning the PWISE designation signals that your company:

✅ Invests in the success of women in sales with meaningful career development programs.
✅ Fosters an inclusive culture that supports and empowers women to thrive.
✅ Implements policies and initiatives that drive career advancement and leadership opportunities.
✅ Is committed to attracting and retaining top female sales talent in a competitive landscape.

Earn the Recognition You Deserve

If your company has exceptional programs, policies, and initiatives to support women in sales—or is striving to reach that level—apply now.

Companies that achieve the PWISE designation are recognized globally as top employers for women in sales. Job seekers increasingly view this distinction as a key factor in their decision-making process.

Stand out. Be recognized. Attract top talent.
Apply for the PWISE designation today.

PWISE Benefits

The Benefits of Becoming a Premier Women in Sales Employer (PWISE)

Earning the PWISE designation is more than just an accolade—it’s a powerful distinction that positions your company as a leader in attracting, retaining, and advancing women in sales.

✅ Be Featured in the Global PWISE Guide
Your company will be showcased in an exclusive, high-quality guide highlighting organizations that have achieved the PWISE designation. This professionally designed glossy PDF will be distributed globally, detailing the specific initiatives that earned your company this prestigious recognition.

✅ Gain Visibility on the IEPS Website
Your company will be prominently featured on the IEPS website, reinforcing your reputation as a premier destination for women in sales.

✅ Showcase Your Leadership on the Sales Game Changers Podcast & Women in Sales Conference
Your executives will have the opportunity to appear on the Sales Game Changers Podcast, reaching a broad audience of sales professionals. There are other platforms where we’ll show the value of achieving the PWISE designation.

✅ Engage HR & Recruiting Leaders in Exclusive Councils
Your HR and recruiting leaders will gain access to private councils that facilitate best-practice sharing, talent strategy discussions, and insights into fostering an environment where women in sales excel.

✅ Develop Your Top Sales Talent
Your top-performing women in sales will be invited to participate in exclusive leadership development programs, designed to accelerate career growth and prepare future sales leaders.

What is PWISE?

Demonstrate to the world that your company is a premier destination for women in sales to grow, thrive, and achieve their career goals.

The Premier Women in Sales Employer (PWISE) designation is the definitive benchmark for recognizing companies that provide exceptional opportunities, support, and career advancement for women in sales. Inclusion in the official PWISE guide (PDF & web) signals your company’s commitment to:

✅ Attracting top-tier women in sales talent.
✅ Developing future sales leaders through impactful programs and policies.
✅ Retaining high-performing professionals by fostering an inclusive, growth-oriented culture.
✅ Elevating women in sales through leadership opportunities and career advancement initiatives.

With talent acquisition becoming more competitive than ever, companies must demonstrate their commitment to being world-class employers. The PWISE designation benefits both employers and top-tier job seekers, providing a clear, trusted signal of excellence in sales employment.

Exclusive Opportunities for PWISE Companies

PWISE-designated companies will participate in exclusive roundtables to collaborate, share best practices, and shape the future of corporate women in sales.

Showcase your company as a Premier Women in Sales Employer. 

About the IES Premier Sales Employer Designation?

In today’s competitive landscape, attracting and retaining elite sales talent is more challenging than ever. To stand out as a world-class employer for sales professionals, companies need a credible, industry-recognized distinction.

The IEPS Premier Sales Employer designation is the definitive recognition for organizations that excel in attracting, retaining, developing, and elevating top-tier sales talent. Inclusion in the annual IES Premier Sales Employer Guide—available in both digital and web formats—helps companies position themselves as premier destinations for sales professionals.

The IEPS Premier Sales Employer designation spots exceptional employers in the professional selling profession. Companies that meet the rigorous criteria set by our expert judges will be added to the IEPS Premier Sales Employer Page, showcasing them as top choices for high-performing sales talent.

This distinction benefits both employers and elite sales professionals seeking the best opportunities. Apply today to demonstrate that your company is a Premier Sales Employer.

How to Be Included?

To apply, companies must complete a mandatory 10-question online application. Each submission is carefully reviewed by an independent judging committee, which evaluates responses to ensure alignment with the highest standards of sales excellence. Once approved, companies will be invited to be featured in the guide and granted the IEPS Premier Sales Employer Badge to showcase their commitment to sales talent excellence.