Pioneering the Future of Recruitment: HR.com's 2026 Advisory Board

Introducing the 2026 Recruitment Technology Advisory Board

In a bold step towards revolutionizing the recruitment landscape, HR.com’s HR Research Institute has unveiled its 2026 Recruitment Technology Advisory Board. This esteemed body comprises distinguished HR leaders and talent acquisition experts who are set to steer the course for new research and educational programming. The primary focus will be on the technologies currently reshaping the hiring process. The board’s insights are poised to illuminate strategic pathways that will shape an upcoming study and a virtual event, both dedicated to exploring how organizations are leveraging recruitment technology, automation, and artificial intelligence (AI) to enhance hiring outcomes.

Debbie McGrath, CEO of HR.com, encapsulated the essence of this initiative by highlighting the rapid advancements in recruitment technology. She emphasized the newfound opportunities to improve both hiring efficiency and the candidate experience. The advisory board's role will be crucial in ensuring that HR.com’s research and events yield practical, data-driven insights. These insights will empower HR professionals to make informed decisions regarding technology adoption.

Exploring the Impact of AI and Emerging Technologies

The research and virtual event are set to delve into the current state of recruitment technologies, with particular emphasis on the burgeoning influence of AI. By identifying the solutions organizations are successfully utilizing, examining how employers measure recruiting performance through technology, and highlighting emerging best practices, this initiative seeks to provide a comprehensive overview of the recruitment landscape. Furthermore, it aims to cast a forward-looking gaze at the next generation of recruitment innovations.

As part of this endeavor, the Future of Recruitment Technologies 2026 Virtual Event is scheduled for November 18, 2026. This event promises to be a cornerstone for HR professionals eager to stay abreast of technological advancements in recruitment.

The Visionary Leaders Steering the Future

The 2026 Future of Recruitment Technologies Advisory Board comprises a cadre of visionary leaders from diverse sectors. Notable members include Deb Andrucuk, VP Strategic Growth at Joveo, Brian Fink, Managing Partner at The ReWork Group, and Susan Hanold, Ph.D., Vice President OD, People and Change at Plan Z Solutions. Other distinguished members are Joel Kirk, Director-Talent Engagement at Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Pete Radloff, Senior Technical Leadership Recruiter at DataDog, and Jason Vogel, Senior Manager, Catalyst Executive Recruiter at PWC.

Their collective expertise and insights will be instrumental in steering the HR Research Institute’s strategic initiatives. The Institute, powered by HR.com, has been a beacon of high-quality research across a myriad of HR topics. It continues to empower over 2 million HR professionals with strategic insights and informed research findings. For those interested in exploring the Institute’s extensive repository of research reports and infographics, a visit to hr.com/hrresearchinstitute is indispensable.

As HR.com’s HR Research Institute embarks on this transformative journey, the commitment to fostering a deeper understanding of recruitment technologies is evident. The formation of the 2026 Advisory Board marks a pivotal moment in this endeavor, promising to shape the future of recruitment with innovative insights and strategic foresight.