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This episode recaps the key insights and strategies from RecFest 2026, focusing on the future of recruitment in an AI-driven world.

The Recfest Recap 2026 We’re unpacking the absolute best moments, groundbreaking strategies, and actionable takeaways from RecFest 2026. Whether you were dodging the summer sun at Knebworth Park or couldn't make it across the pond, this exclusive recap session distills the high-impact content from the industry's top thought leaders. Get ready to supercharge your TA strategy, embrace the human advantage in an AI-driven world, and discover exactly what the future of recruitment looks like. The Human Advantage in an AI World: Grace Lordan (LSE) explores how talent leaders can leverage AI, inclusion, and better decision-making to drive true performance rather than just processing efficiency. From Recruiter to Talent Architect: A powerhouse panel featuring leaders from Amazon, EY, and Booking.com discusses the evolution of the recruiter role as AI absorbs operational tasks, shifting the focus to high-value, human-centric strategy. The AI-Adjusted EVP: Joanna Hackett (Howden) reveals how forward-thinking organisations are evolving their Employee Value Propositions to focus on reskilling, internal mobility, and long-term career relevance in the age of automation. TA as a Strategic…

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Host: Hung Lee

Topics covered

• RecFest 2026
• talent acquisition
• AI in recruitment
• Employee Value Proposition
• strategic growth
• human-centric strategy

Keywords

• RecFest
• talent leaders
• AI strategies
• Employee Value Proposition
• talent acquisition
• human advantage
• recruiter evolution

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: LSE, Howden, Infor, Gilead, Mars, Amazon

Places: Knebworth Park

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