Hiring is changing fast, with shrinking talent pools, rising pressure to adopt AI responsibly, and growing candidate expectations. In 2026, the stakes will rise even higher. That's why experts from Employ are joining industry leaders for a forward-looking conversation on what’s reshaping recruiting and how top teams are getting ahead.

In this session you'll learn:  

- Employ's Recruiter Nation insights: What the latest data tells us about the current labor market—and how to turn it into a sharper 2026 hiring strategy.

- Skills-based hiring: Why forward-thinking orgs are prioritizing real capabilities over resumes—and how to operationalize that shift.

- Responsible AI: How transparent, explainable, and ethical AI is already helping teams boost speed and trust.

- Long-term retention: How TA teams are turning personalized, flexible candidate journeys into lasting wins—from day one to year one.

- Smarter screening and onboarding: How Employ’s latest innovations help you hire the right people faster and set them up for long-term success.

- The trends to watch, the tools to use, and the tactical next steps to future-proof your hiring strategy for 2026 and beyond.

 This session is hosted by the From Day One editorial team, with support from Employ. From Day One is a Recertification Provider for SHRM and HRCI. This session is eligible for 1 credit from both organizations. The Activity IDs will be sent to attendees after the conclusion of the session.