Talent Experience Live

Episode Notes Broadcasting live from the HR Tech show floor in Vegas! Typically, the house always wins, but you can cash out big on Applied AI—if you know how to play your cards right. Join us for an insider look at the pulse of the HR Tech floor, where the market is going, and how AI Day is your best bet to learn how to make Applied AI a big win for your org. The stakes have never been higher—her...

Episode Notes In this special TXL recap, we’re bringing together the best insights from our Deloitte series — featuring Bhawna Bist, Brandon Kennedy, and Sue Cantrell. From AI-powered recruiting agents and interview intelligence to the evolution of candidate experience and the shifting role of leaders, each conversation sheds light on how HR teams can move beyond experimentation to real transforma...

Episode Notes In a new era of workforce transformation, CHROs are reimagining what it takes to attract, engage, and retain top talent, and this episode dives deep into the findings from Checkr’s 2025 Survey Report: CHRO Insights — Driving Solutions for the Workforce of Tomorrow. We’ll unpack how 500 CHROs are prioritizing AI, smarter integrations, and an employee experience that delivers real ROI,...

Episode Notes In the third TXL episode featuring Deloitte, we welcome Sue Cantrell from Deloitte to dive into key trends from their 2025 Human Capital Trends report. Sue will break down what it means to design boundaryless work, harness generative AI responsibly, and empower people to co-create their work experiences. We’ll explore how skills-first strategies, new leadership mindsets, and a focus...

Episode Notes In the second episode of TXL featuring Deloitte, we’re joined by Brandon Kennedy, Senior Manager Human Capital, Deloitte Consulting LLP, to break down the top findings from Phenom’s State of Candidate Experience: 2025 Benchmarks report — and where they align with what he’s hearing from clients on the ground.  With clear gaps in hiring speed, personalization, and communication between...

Episode Notes On this TXL episode featuring Deloitte, we’re joined by Bhawna Bist, Managing Director, Human Capital, Deloitte Consulting LLP, to explore how AI is transforming talent acquisition from task automation to strategic enablement. Bhawna will share insights on how forward-thinking organizations are balancing efficiency with ethics, enabling transparency, and putting humans at the center...

Episode Notes This week on Talent Experience Live, the mastermind behind Phenom Industry Week unpacks the biggest moments, boldest insights, and breakthrough stories. From hospitality to healthcare, retail to manufacturing, we’ll share how organizations are embracing AI and automation to tackle pain points with purpose, drive impact faster, and stay future-ready. You’ll hear first-hand examples of...

Episode Notes What happens when healthcare recruiting evolves to truly meet the moment? In this special episode of Talent Experience Live, we're joined by Luke Carignan for a timely conversation on what it means to recruit at the top of your license. As the healthcare industry navigates shifting demands, workforce shortages, and rapid innovation, TA leaders are being called to rethink how they att...

Episode Notes On this episode of Talent Experience Live, Christina Brown reveals how the new Phenom Credential Program is redefining what it means to be a strategic talent leader in an era of constant change. As hiring teams navigate complex technology and evolving candidate expectations, upskilling is no longer optional. Christina explains how this program combines deep platform expertise with pr...

Episode Notes Phenom Industry Week kicks off July 29-August 2, where we'll dive into unique HR challenges and solutions across retail, hospitality, healthcare, manufacturing, transportation, and financial services.  ** Industry leaders including The National Retail Federation, Life Time, Baylor Scott & White Health, DHL Group, and Regions Bank will share key talent trends, proven strategies, a...

Episode Notes In this episode of Talent Experience Live, we dive into the groundbreaking findings of the Everest Group’s Skills Intelligence Peak Matrix with John Deal, Senior Director of Product Marketing at Phenom. As skills become the new currency of work, Deal unpacks what it means to lead with skills intelligence — and how Phenom’s top-tier placement in the report reflects both innovation and...

Episode Notes As hiring speed becomes more critical, voice agents are starting to support how companies screen and engage candidates — especially in high-volume roles. This isn’t just about automation; it’s about enhancing how we connect with talent. Join us for this episode of TXL to unpack how AI-powered voice agents  are reshaping hiring workflows and supporting the broader evolution of Phenom...

Episode Notes Fraud in hiring is becoming a serious problem — and it’s not just fake resumes anymore. From AI-generated interview answers to candidates misrepresenting who they are, talent teams are facing new risks that traditional tools can’t catch. That’s where Phenom’s latest innovation comes in. On this episode of Talent Experience Live, we’re joined by Sebastian Niewöhner, Senior Director of...

Episode Notes In this episode of Talent Experience Live, we dive into the latest findings from Phenom’s 2025 State of Candidate Experience Report, uncovering what today’s job seekers expect — and where employers are falling short. Our analysis of Fortune 500 companies across 14 industries reveals a striking gap: while many organizations have upgraded their career site technology, few have mastered...

Episode Notes In this fast-paced episode of Talent Experience Live, we’re turning up the heat on restaurant hiring with a concept pulled straight from the kitchen: if you don’t serve it fast, it gets cold. Just like food left too long in the window, job candidates can lose interest when hiring processes drag. That’s why we’re putting a two-minute timer on every question — because in high-volume hi...

Episode Notes On this episode of Talent Experience Live, we sit down with Neli Bistrichka, Senior Director of International Client Services at Phenom, to unpack why implementing HR technology today is more like a life milestone than a simple software rollout. With memorable analogies — think parenting your AI or treating go-live like a wedding — she offers a refreshingly human take on what it real...

Episode Notes Job boards are often the first impression candidates get of your brand — so why aren't more companies optimizing them? On this episode of TXL, Alistair Neal of RedDot, a strategic Phenom partner, explores the ins and outs of job board optimization. From writing smarter job titles to understanding performance metrics that actually move the needle, Alistair brings sharp insights and ac...

Episode Notes On this episode of TXL, Deloitte’s Lucas Watanabe demystifies what it means to become a skills-based organization — and why now is the moment to invest in the shift. With nearly two decades of experience helping enterprises navigate human capital transformation, Lucas offers clear, actionable insights into how organizations can use skills to connect learning, talent mobility, and wor...

Episode Notes Recruitment events and the challenges of attracting, engaging, and converting top talent are evolving. From early talent and professional hiring to high-volume recruitment, organizations must rethink their event strategies to stay competitive. Join this TXL session with Manish Murthy, Product Management, as he shares his passion for helping organizations stay ahead of the curve and u...

Episode Notes How do you preserve humanity in employer branding while harnessing the power of AI?  On this episode of TXL, Amit Parmar, CEO of Cliquify, shares how forward-thinking organizations are striking a balance by using AI to spark creativity, drive consistency, and scale storytelling, all while keeping human connection front and center. From taming the “AI beast” to crafting regionally per...

Episode Notes In this special episode, Kristin Starodub, Principal at Deloitte Consulting LLP will unpack the newly announced strategic alliance between Deloitte and Phenom — a partnership years in the making. Kristin shares how this collaboration will bring end-to-end talent solutions to organizations across industries, enabling transformation through AI, automation, and empathy-led innovation. ...

Episode Notes What’s the deal with AI agents? Just like a fitness app gets you from the couch to marathon-ready, Phenom’s AI Agents train your HR processes to work smarter and faster. Autonomous agents? Like a dishwasher—load it, start it, and it runs. Collaborative agents? More like a washing machine—you choose the settings, and it does the work. These AI agents sync with your business just like...

Episode Notes Get ready for an exciting episode of Talent Experience Live as we revisit last year’s unforgettable IAMPHENOM conference with special guests Claudia Harms, Global Talent Management Expert at Kuehne+Nagel, and Phenom’s own John Deal. Claudia shares her talent management success using Phenom and reflects on her favorite sessions, networking moments, and — of course — the best of Philad...

Episode Notes On this dynamic episode of Talent Experience Live as learn all about IAMPHENOM’s cutting-edge AI & Automation Lab. Discover how Phenom’s AI-powered solutions are reshaping talent acquisition and management—from personalized job postings and smart candidate screening to data-driven career growth strategies that empower both recruiters and employees. Whether you’re a recruiter, HR...

Episode Notes Forget the usual session rundown — this week on Talent Experience Live, Devin Foster and John Deal shake things up with a little help from the City of Brotherly Love. They’ll randomly draw session topics (and some surprise Philly-themed curveballs) from a hat, all related to the biggest HR event this spring, IAMPHENOM, coming March 11-13. Expect big insights, bigger laughs, and maybe...