Staffing & Talent Solutions US Conference

About this Event

Date June 3 @ 10:00 AM - June 4 @ 3:00 PM EDT

Our two-day Staffing & Talent Solutions Leaders conference will focus on how leaders in the US should navigate the evolving landscape and proactively take steps to cultivate and advance the future workforce.

Here is what you can expect on the day:

• Gain insights and inspiration from keynote speakers
• Explore impact, trends and innovation in staffing & talent solutions with our industry experts
• Participate in expert-led roundtable discussions on key hiring challenges
• To finish with a flourish, we will crown our TIARA Awards champions in a gala celebration dinner

TALiNT Partners events are recognized for the quality of their interactions, their delegates and support of the best industry partners and experts. We highly recommend you register now while spaces are available.

Event Disclaimer: Our curated events are designed to foster meaningful exchanges, and we cater meticulously to each participant. Should your plans change so that you are no longer able to attend, we kindly ask for timely notice to accommodate others who could benefit from this event.

Agenda

• Day 1: Joint Session

• 10:00 - 10:30 Registration
• 10:30 - 10:45 Welcome & Opening Remarks Hosted by Ken Brotherston, Founder & Ray Culver, Global Managing Director - TALiNT Partners
• 10:45 - 11:15 Opening Roundtable
• 11:15 - 11:45 Market Overview + Update
• 11:45 - 12:30 Keynote: Dustin Burgess, Head of Customer Experience, Magnit Global
• 12:30 - 13:30 Lunch
• 13:30 - 14:15 Panel 1: Agility at Scale: Balancing Traditional Staffing with Modern Solutions Examining how firms blend human-centered recruiting with AI, RPO, and MSP strategies for the future workforce. Panelists: Brad Talwar, CEO, TalentBurst; Sam Dhesi, CEO, Popp; Anuj Khurana, CEO, ARK Solutions; and Dave Brown, President, Hays Americas.
• 14:15 - 14:45 Roundtable 1 A peer-driven roundtable discussion designed to unpack lessons from the panel, explore common obstacles, and discuss actionable strategies for balancing traditional staffing with modern workforce solutions.
• 14:45 - 15:00 Networking break
• 15:00 - 15:30 Debates
• 15:30 - 16:15 Panel 2: The Imposter in the Lobby: Thwarting Deepfake Candidates and Synthetic Identities This panel explores the growing threat of deepfake candidates and synthetic identities, the risks they pose to hiring and security, and the practical safeguards recruiters need to protect clients and organizations. Panelists: Eric Rumbaugh, Partner, Michael Best & Friedrich LLP; Heather Miller, Randstad; and Rich Millington, Maki People.
• 16:15 - 16:45 Roundtable 2 A peer-led discussion focused on recognizing deepfake candidates, sharing real-world experiences, and identifying practical steps to strengthen hiring security.
• 16:45 - 17:00 Wrap Up - Day 1 Ray Culver & Ken Brotherston
• 17:30 - 19:00 Drinks & Networking reception

• Day 2: Staffing

• 08:30 - 09:00 Registration
• 09:00 - 09:15 Welcome Ray Culver
• 09:15 - 09:45 Keynote Speaker: Eric Rumbaugh, Partner, Michael Best & Friedrich LLP
• 09:45 - 10:15 Panel 3: From Copilot to Teammate: Managing Agentic AI in the Front Office As AI moves from support tool to active teammate, this panel examines how firms are managing agentic AI in recruiting—from productivity gains and ROI to governance, bias, and compliance. Panelists: Andy Decker, CEO, Goodwin Recruiting; Kip Wright, Founder & CEO, Wright Path Advisors; Robert Bouchard, Chief Digital Officer, Tier4 Group; Chris Conrad, Vice President of Sales, Mercury.
• 10:15 - 10:45 Roundtable 3 A peer-driven discussion on how recruiters are working alongside agentic AI, sharing lessons learned, challenges, and practical approaches to governance and performance.
• 10:45 - 11:00 Networking break
• 11:00 - 11:30 Panel 4: The Fractional C-Suite: Agile Leadership for Modern Staffing Firms Panelists: Brian Jameson, Founder & CEO, echogravity; and Tracey Klein, Founder, Klein Consulting; Loren Shields, Fractional Chief Digital Officer, Fractional United.
• 11:30 - 12:00 Roundtable 4 A facilitated peer discussion on implementing skills-based hiring, educating clients, and overcoming resistance to moving beyond degree-based credentials.
• 12:00 - 12:45 Networking lunch
• 12:45 - 13:15 Debate Session ary Benedik, CRO, Avenica; Buffy White-Stulz; Raleen Gagnon, Vice President, Strategic Growth, Pyramid Consulting; Chris Cabe, Director of Recruiting, Capstone IT Staffing.
• 13:15 - 13:45 Roundtable 5 A peer-led discussion on diversification strategies, new sector opportunities, and practical steps for expanding into high-growth markets.
• 13:45 - 14:15 Panel 5: Resilience Through Diversification: Beyond Healthcare and IT Panelists: Hary Bottka, Chief Transformation Officer, Soliant; Adam Samples, President of Talent Solutions, Atrium; Gary Allhusen, SVP, Client Delivery, Elevate; and Chris Scowden, CEO & Owner, Newbury Partners.
• 14:15 - 14:45 Wrap up exercise
• 14:45 - 15:00 Closing Remarks Ray Culver

• Day 2: Talent Solutions

• 08:30 - 09:00 Registration
• 09:00 - 09:15 Welcome Ken Brotherston
• 09:15 - 09:45 Keynote speaker: Sean Barry, CEO, Harver
• 09:45 - 10:15 Panel 3: The Death of the "Per-Hire" Fee: Moving to Outcome-Based RPO This panel explores the shift from per-hire fees to outcome-based RPO, examining value-linked models, long-term performance tracking, and shared-risk contracts. Panelists: Kevin Leete, Solutions Executive, Allegis Global Solutions; Sandra Zawacki, Director, Client Solutions, Page Outsourcing; and Andrea Barre, Vice President, AgileOne.
• 10:15 - 10:45 Roundtable 3 A peer-led discussion on implementing outcome-based RPO, aligning incentives with clients, and measuring success beyond traditional metrics.
• 10:45 - 11:00 Networking break
• 11:00 - 11:30 Panel 4: MSP 5.0: From Managing Transactions to Orchestrating Value Panelists: Denise Stalker, Chief Strategy Officer, TalentProcure; Christopher Minnick, Business Partner, Wright Path Advisors; Kelsey Williams, SVP, Global Segment Head, Pontoon; and Paul Petersen, Head of Customer Success, WurkNow.
• 11:30 - 12:00 Roundtable 4 A peer-driven discussion on implementing unified workforce strategies, optimizing internal vs. external talent, and leveraging direct sourcing innovations.
• 12:00 - 12:45 Networking lunch
• 12:45 - 13:15 Panel 5: A Unified Workforce Strategy: The Convergence of MSP and RPO Panelists: Orli Becker, EVP & Managing Director, Contingent Workforce Solutions US, AMS; Bill Peters, Head of Global Workforce Strategy, TAPFIN; and Seth Stein, Chief Executive Officer, WorkWell NA.
• 13:15 - 13:45 Roundtable 5 A peer-led discussion on implementing reskilling programs, internal marketplaces, and returnship strategies to maximize workforce agility.
• 13:45 - 14:15 Debates Debators: Megan Ksenzakovic, VP, Workforce Solutions, Tandym Group; Cara Kresge, Founder & CGO, C Squared Workforce Solutions; Greg Gary, Director, Client Solutions, Page Outsourcing; and Max Legardez, CEO & Co-Founder, Maki People.
• 14:15 - 14:45 Wrap up exercise
• 14:45 - 15:00 Closing Remarks Ken Brotherston

Speakers

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  Ray Culver TALiNT Partners Global Managing Director
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  Dustin Burgess Magnit Global SVP, Head of Customer Experience
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  Anna Frazzetto-Miano AFM Strategic Partners Founder & CEO
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  Eric Rumbaugh Michael Best & Friedrich LLP Labor & Employment Relations Attorney
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  Adam Samples Atrium President, Talent Solutions
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  Bill Peters TAPFIN Head of Global Workforce Strategy
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  Kelsey Williams Pontoon Solutions SVP, Global Segment Lead
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  Kip Wright Wright Path Advisors Founder & CEO
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  Andy Decker Goodwin Recruiting CEO
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  Alicia O'Brien Wilson SVP, Innovation
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  Brad Talwar TalentBurst Founder & CEO
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  Denise Stalker TalentProcure SVP, Managed Services
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  Anuj Khurana ARK Solutions SVP, Client Partnerships
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  Orli Becker AMS Managing Director (SVP)
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  Christopher Minnick Wright Path Advisors Operating Partner
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  Brian Jameson echogravity Founder & CEO
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  Chris Conrad Mercury VP of Sales, North America
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  Sean Barry Harver CEO

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