Sneak Peek at RecFest USA 2025 Lineup

We’re just weeks away from unveiling the full agenda for RecFest USA 2025, but we couldn’t wait to give you an exclusive first look! Get ready to join us in Nashville for two days packed with game-changing ideas, industry trailblazers, and conversations that matter. Here’s a taste of three standout speakers who will help shape the future of talent, brand, and recruitment.

🚀 Fluent in Brand, HR, and the Stuff No One Wants to Say Out Loud

Summer Baruth
Director, Enterprise Brand Strategy and Engagement @ TIAA

Summer will unpack the complex relationship between HR, brand, culture, and creative, sharing exactly what it takes to build a brand that’s as strong inside as it is outside.

  • Discover: How to align HR and brand to create authentic, people-first organizations.
  • Gain Insight: How to spot and stop “value washing” before it erodes your EVP.
  • Takeaway: One actionable step to unite teams and build a brand that truly connects.

🌟 Leading with Clarity: Building Trust, Talent, and Resilience in Uncertain Times

Nicky Russell
Global Head of Talent @ Advisor360

In a world of constant change, Nicky will reveal why clarity and authentic leadership are the cornerstones of trust, resilience, and talent success.

  • Discover: How transparent leadership drives trust in fast-paced environments.
  • Gain Insight: Why relationship equity is your most valuable leadership currency.
  • Takeaway: A practical method to align your talent strategy with business goals.

🎥 Every Story is a Recruiting Story: How Video Turns Moments into Magnetism

Rhona Barnett-Pierce
Founder @ Perceptible Studios

Rhona will show you how storytelling and video can transform everyday moments into powerful recruiting magnets that truly resonate.

  • Discover: How to uncover everyday stories that attract talent.
  • Gain Insight: Why real-time storytelling is your most underused recruiting asset.
  • Takeaway: A simple, low-budget strategy to turn small moments into meaningful candidate engagement.

🎟️ Don’t Miss Out

Recognize a few names? You’re not alone. These powerhouse speakers are just the beginning. The full agenda is coming soon — and trust us, you’ll want to be front and center.

👉 View the 2025 Speakers & Host Lineup | Stay tuned for the full schedule release!

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