Nashville | Oct 6–7 2027
RecFest Conference Nashville USA 2027
October 6–7, 2027
The Fairgrounds
Nashville, TN
RecFest USA 2027: Don’t Just Adapt to the Future of TA. Architect It.
Join the in-house talent acquisition community already shaping what comes next at RecFest USA 2027.
For the first time ever, tickets are free.
RecFest USA by the Numbers
2,500+
ATTENDEES
80+
SPEAKERS
85+
EXHIBITORS
Two Days That Moved TA Forward
RecFest USA 2026 explored the Human Advantage and the role people will play in an increasingly automated world.
For two days, the in-house TA community challenged assumptions, shared ideas and explored how technology can unlock even more human potential
Watch the highlights and see what happens when human insight and innovation come together.
Are you ready to be part of shaping what comes next?
The RecFest USA 2026 Line-Up
John Vlastelica
CEO & Founder, Recruiting Toolbox
Meghan Rattigan
Vice President, Talent Acquisition Experience, Marriott International
Krista Sequeira
Senior Director, Talent Acquisition – Americas, Ford Motor Company
Jay Olson
Director, Global Talent Acquisition, Medtronic
Steve White
Senior TA Leader – Corporate & Tech, Gap Inc
Glen Cathey
SVP Advisory & Digital Strategy, Randstad
Elyse Ryan
Associate Director, Talent Sourcing, Merck
Gianna Ruggiero
Senior Talent Acquisition Manager, Renewal by Andersen Esler Companies
Chris Brady
Head of Global Talent Acquisition, Speria
Dustin Carper
Director, Recruitment Marketing and Employer Brand, Petco
Hear It From the People Who Were There
“If you are a recruiter you neeeeed to plan for RecFest USA.”
— Lead Recruiter @ Real GTM Talent
“The energy, the people, the creativity, it was all top-notch.”
— Recruiter @ Edley’s Bar-B-Que
“My only complaint was not being able to attend five stages at once!”
— Global Talent Attraction Strategy & Insights Manager @ Robert Walters
“Do you have RecFest blues now it’s all over for another year? Me too!”
— CEO & Founder @ JoinTalent
“If you’ve never been to RecFest, I can’t recommend it enough.”
— Resourcing Co-Ordinator @ PH Jones
“An epic day at RecFest UK, it really is the must attend event for anyone in TA.”
— Head of Talent @ Benifex
RecFest USA 2027: The Future Belongs to the People Willing to Shape It
Your pass may be free, but what you take away could be invaluable
A clearer strategy, a stronger network and the confidence to lead Talent Acquisition through whatever comes next
Your place in this community is waiting
Show details: The Fairgrounds, Nashville, TN | October 6–7, 2027
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