Live Panel: AI in Recruiting: The Hype, the Noise, and the Truth

AI is everywhere in today’s recruiting conversations—but what’s real, what’s hype, and what truly matters for hiring managers? This session brings clarity to the conversation, starting with a baseline understanding of AI concepts—automation, conversational AI, and agentic AI—before diving into their real-world applications in talent acquisition.

Focusing on the hiring manager’s perspective, the panel will explore how AI can enhance decision-making, streamline collaboration with recruiters, and improve hiring outcomes. The discussion will balance education, practical examples, and actionable insights to help attendees walk away with immediate value.

Moderator Jason Krumwiede will lead a dynamic discussion with Kelly Burlage, Trent Cotton, Rob Navarrett, and Lance Sapera, exploring how AI tools can be used to improve job descriptions, candidate assessments, market data analysis, and collaboration with recruiters. Through real-world examples and data-backed insights, this session will equip attendees with actionable insights to apply immediately—plus practical guidance on how to communicate AI’s role and value across the organization.