What’s Driving Hiring in 2026
Hiring slowed in 2025—but costs went up. Appcast’s Chief Economist and CPO break down why, with new full-funnel benchmarks and salary transparency data.
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Using AI Responsibly at the Top of the Funnel
Can AI screening be both efficient and fair? Ritu Mohanka, CEO of VONQ, breaks down what responsible AI at the top of the funnel actually looks like.
How Can Employer Brand Stay Human in the Age of AI?
Can AI scale your employer brand without killing what makes it real? Alicia O’Brien of Wilson shares how to stay distinctive — and why governance is the word of 2026.
Solutions Spotlight on SparcStart
AI is changing how candidates research employers. Maury Hanigan explains why career sites are being skipped—and how employers can show up in AI answers.
The New Talent Frontier: Policy, People & the Workforce Ahead
How are AI and automation reshaping recruiting leadership? Dani Monaghan of Expedia Group explores intelligent leadership, AI adoption, and the future of talent acquisition.
Rethinking TA: Myths, Misalignment, and the AI Reality Check
Is entry-level hiring disappearing—or simply changing? This episode explores AI’s impact on recruiting, early careers strategy, and the growing noise in hiring pipelines.
Proving TA’s Value: Sourcing’s Role in Revenue Growth
How is AI changing sourcing without replacing sourcers? Sam Bulley of ICF explains how his team is evolving with tech—and why adaptability is everything.
Inside the Cox Career Site Redesign: Data, AI & Candidate Experience
How did Cox Enterprises reimagine their career site using data, AI, and social-first content? Adam Glassman shares lessons from their ground-up rebuild.
Transforming High-Volume Hiring at 7-Eleven
How does 7-Eleven navigate high-volume hiring post-acquisition? Rachel Allen shares insights on transforming TA, AI’s impact, and the importance of leading with empathy.
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