Schedule

All Times Central Standard Time

8:30 AM - 9:30 AM

Registration & Breakfast

Get to know other attendees over a light delicious breakfast featuring fresh juice, bagels with cream cheese and jams, pastries, and seasonal fruit.  

9:30 AM - 9:45 AM

Welcome Remarks

Wahab Owolabi
9:45 AM - 10:30 AM Forum

Opening Keynote

Richard Cho
10:35 AM - 11:20 AM Forum

Elevating RecOps: Strategic Impact & Future Evolution

In this fast-paced Lightning Talk session, Samara will kick things off by exploring the executive-level impact and value of Recruiting Operations—highlighting how RecOps drives alignment, efficiency, and strategic influence across the talent function. Steph will follow with a forward-looking perspective on how to structure RecOps teams for scale and evolve their impact over time. The session wraps with a 25-minute Q&A and interactive activity designed to help you apply the insights in real time and connect with peers. This is a must-attend for RecOps leaders, talent professionals, and anyone looking to amplify the strategic power of their recruiting operations.

Samara Crasilneck
Stephanie Baysinger
11:35 AM - 12:15 PM Forum

" Product-Led Framework for a RecOps Transformation"

In a time when recruiting operations teams are asked to deliver more value with fewer resources, traditional playbooks fall short. This workshop will introduce a bold reframe: a product-led mindset that reimagines recruiting as a dynamic product—with real users, evolving needs, and outcomes that drive strategy. Join leaders from Roblox as they share practical case studies and insights on transforming RecOps into a proactive, innovative function. From immersive candidate experiences and recruiter automation to streamlined hiring manager workflows and standardized interviews, you’ll be equipped with actionable strategies to build scalable, user-centric systems. No matter where your team is at with this transformation journey, are you ready for the next era of RecOps?

11:35 AM - 12:15 PM Hub 1

Headcount / Capacity Planning

Carlos Rodriguez-Munoz
11:35 AM - 12:15 PM HUB 2

Candidate Fraud: What You Don’t Know Can Hurt You

Candidate fraud is becoming more sophisticated—and AI is accelerating both sides of the game. From fake resumes and deepfake interviews to identity misrepresentation and credential spoofing, today’s talent teams are facing new and complex threats. In this revealing session, Ryan from Okta will unpack the current state of candidate fraud, how AI is making it easier to cheat the system, and what RecOps teams can do to stay ahead. You’ll walk away with practical insights, real-world examples, and tactics to help you spot red flags before they compromise your hiring process.

Ryan Colthorp
12:15 PM - 1:15 PM Gallery

Lunch

1:15 PM - 1:50 PM All ROOMS

Breakouts

2:40 PM - 3:10 PM Gallery

Afternoon Treat

Take a well-deserved break and recharge with something sweet, courtesy of our friends at Ashby. Whether you need a sugar boost, a caffeine fix, or just a few moments to connect with fellow attendees, this treat break is the perfect pause between sessions.

3:40 PM - 4:25 PM FORUM

Keynote Session - GEM

4:25 PM - 4:45 PM Forum

Day 1 Recap

Recap key insights and takeaways from the previous day, setting the stage for further exploration.

4:45 PM - 5:45 PM Gallery

Cocktail Reception

Sponsored By Talent Llama. Unwind and connect after a packed day of insights and inspiration. Join us for drinks, light bites, and great conversation with fellow RecOps pros. Whether you're debriefing sessions, swapping ideas, or just vibing with new friends—this is your time to relax and celebrate the community.

Talent Llama
6:30 PM - 7:30 PM TBD

Talent Leaders Dinner

Join TeamOhana & Gem for an intimate, invite-only dinner with fellow Talent and Recruiting Ops leaders. Enjoy great food, meaningful conversation, and a chance to connect on how teams are streamlining headcount planning and partnering more strategically with Finance. Request an invite from [email protected]

TeamOhana
7:00 AM - 8:00 AM Palmer House Hilton Lobby

Run with Recops

Start Day 2 with fresh air, movement, and meaningful conversation. Run with RecOps is a casual, community-paced group run along Chicago’s scenic Lakefront Trail. Whether you're a seasoned runner or just want to get your blood flowing before breakfast, this is a great way to connect with fellow attendees in a relaxed, non-conference setting. No pressure—just sneakers, smiles, and good company. We'll meet in the Palmer House Hilton lobby at 7:00 AM sharp, then head east to Grant Park and the lakefront path for an out-and-back route. Total run distance will be around 3–4 miles, with options for shorter turnarounds.

8:30 AM - 9:30 AM

Continental Breakfast

9:15 AM - 9:30 AM Gallery

Day 2 Welcome

9:30 AM - 10:30 AM Forum

Unlocking Storytelling as a Superpower in RecOps

This workshop offers a grounded space to explore what comes next in your career. You won’t be starting from scratch. Instead, you’ll build on the deeply human traits you already bring to the table: empathy, connection, intuition, and meaning-making. With automation transforming the landscape of work, these traits are more valuable than ever. Designed for people-centered leaders who are exploring new directions beyond their current role, we’ll use guided frameworks, reflective prompts, and small-group dialogue to help you clarify what matters most now and how to carry your strengths into something new. Mid-career pivots aren’t just transitions, they’re defining moments that shape the kind of work you’ll love and the path you want to grow into. If you’re not sure where to start, this session will help you find a way in. You’ll walk away with: A clearer sense of the values, skills, and experiences that matter most to you now A personal map of themes to guide your next career chapter Practical tools to reframe uncertainty and begin moving toward purposeful change

10:55 AM - 11:40 AM Forum

AI in Practice

10:55 AM - 11:40 AM Hub 1

How to Build and Prioritize Tech Investments Along with Business Priorities

Ali Yousaf
10:55 AM - 11:40 AM Hub 2

Enablement Frameworks for AI Adoption

11:50 AM - 12:30 PM Forum

Change Management

Luke Eaton
11:50 AM - 12:30 PM Hub 1

Structured Interviewing

11:50 AM - 12:30 PM Hub 2

Data Analytics and Reporting

12:30 PM - 1:30 PM

Lunch

1:30 PM - 2:15 PM Forum

Big Group Roundtable: AI - What's Working & Not Working

2:15 PM - 2:30 PM Forum

Closing Remarks