Sourcing & Social: Combining AI and Humans to Build Tomorrow’s Talent Communities

The talent acquisition landscape is evolving. While AI is transforming how we source, assess, and engage candidates, the most successful TA professionals are those who combine smart technology with resilient career strategies and strong community building.

This breakfast session brings together Yorkshire's leading talent acquisition professionals to explore how cutting-edge technology and , personal resilience, people-first onboarding, and human-centred community building can work hand-in-hand to create sustainable, future-ready recruitment strategies.

What Attendees Will Learn:

• AI Integration: Practical steps to embed AI into daily workflows and creating team champions who drive adoption
• Internal Mobility: How to leverage technology to unlock hidden talent within your organisation
• Career Resilience: Personal stories of taking career breaks, pursuing meaningful causes, and building TA functions from the ground up
• Onboarding of the Future: How to combine seamless tech with meaningful connections to accelerate time-to-productivity for every new hire
• Community Building: Strategies for creating lasting relationships with talent pools while balancing technology and human connection
• Team Transformation: Real examples of AI implementation with measurable impact, plus governance frameworks for responsible use

Why This Matters:

In a competitive tech market, organisations need both smart technology and resilient, passionate people to succeed. This isn't just about AI adoption or filling roles faster; it's about creating sustainable careers, effective onboarding, and authentic talent communities that weather any storm.

 Who is it for? - Sourcing and Social is a breakfast learning and networking event perfect for TA professionals ready to embrace change, build meaningful communities, and future-proof their careers in an evolving landscape.

 Format - Lightening Talk Sessions