Summary
In this conversation, Lorenza Velez, founder and CEO of Ponte Labor, discusses her journey in the recruitment industry, particularly focusing on the integration of AI in the hiring process. She shares insights on the challenges faced in recruitment, the importance of candidate experience, and the competitive landscape of the hospitality industry. Lorenza also highlights the success metrics of Ponte Labor, the feedback received from clients, and the future trends in AI and recruitment. The conversation concludes with a discussion on marketing strategies and growth plans for the company.

Takeaways
Lorenza Velez is the founder and CEO of Ponte Labor.
Ponte Labor helps hotels and restaurants hire workers effectively.
AI is being integrated into the recruitment process to improve efficiency.
The hospitality industry faces high turnover rates, with 80% churn of hourly workers.
Ponte Labor has placed 1200 candidates in jobs since its inception.
AI tools are designed to enhance the candidate experience, not replace human recruiters.
Feedback from clients is crucial for improving AI tools.
The recruitment industry is seeing a shift towards more AI-driven solutions.
Ponte Labor aims to place 2000 candidates in the upcoming year.
Marketing strategies include attending hospitality events and leveraging referrals.