In this episode of Talent Talks, join host Rob Adams as he engages in a captivating conversation with Dan Charney, president and CEO of Direct Recruiters, Inc. (DRI). Delve into the market shift taking place in private equity investments and its profound impact on the search for elite executive talent. As private equity firms navigate this changing landscape, the demand for specialized executive talent skyrockets. Explore the specific skills and expertise now in high demand, including automation, software and hardware systems integration, and leadership with a niche industry background.

In this episode of Talent Talks, Hunt Scanlon Media host Rob Adams is joined by Andrew Quinn, the Chief Technology Officer at Ezekia. Andrew sheds light on the transformative potential of Chat GPT and its impact on business and society as a whole. The conversation explores the media's coverage of these technologies, their broader implications, and specifically focuses on how Ezekia is integrating Chat GPT into their CRM software. Listen now to gain insights into the transformative potential of AI in recruiting and Ezekia's efforts to enhance their platform through AI-driven features.

In this episode of Talent Talks, Hunt Scanlon Media host Rob Adams is joined by Henry Nothhaft, President & COO at Alioth. A serial entrepreneur and a veteran of the SaaS industry, Henry is known for his ability to conceptualize, develop, launch, and market industry-changing products. In this podcast, we examine how Alioth’s newly launched EssentialDx is revolutionizing organizational diagnostics.

In this episode of Talent Talks, Hunt Scanlon Media host Rob Adams is joined by Jennifer Dunlap, President & CEO at DRi Waterstone Human Capital. With her extensive experience as a senior executive in prestigious nonprofit organizations, Jennifer recognized the need for a dedicated partner to build capacity for organizations that strive to make a lasting impact. Today, we delve into the talent landscape of nonprofit and social impact executive recruiting in 2023. Listen Now!

In this episode of Talent Talks, Hunt Scanlon Media host Rob Adams is joined by Bill Vlaad, CEO at Vlaad & Company. Bill is a reformed investment banker, served time in corporate development and has dabbled as an entrepreneur. In this podcast, Bill delves deep into the transformative role of executive talent in driving value creation within private equity portfolio companies. From aligning leadership styles to fostering a culture of innovation, we uncover the secrets behind leveraging executive talent to maximize value. Listen Now!

In this episode of Talent Talks, Hunt Scanlon Media host Rob Adams is joined by Smooch Repovich Rosenberg, Founder and CEO at SmoochUnplugged, LLC. After more than 25 years as a globally recognized executive search consultant, Smooch has her finger on the pulse of global Investor Relations and Corporate Communications functions, and has had tremendous success leveraging human capital strategies to create high-octane, superior performing functions. She has the unique ability to see around corners and readily identify solutions to human capital challenges that advance company valuation.

In this podcast, Smooch explores the evolving landscape of Private Equity Recruitment, sharing her insights on diversity, equity, and inclusion in private equity recruiting, operational and digital expertise, ESG issues, and soft skills assessment during the recruiting process.

(May 08, 2023) In this episode of Talent Talks, Hunt Scanlon Media host Rob Adams is joined by Ruben Moreno, co-founder of Blue Rock Search, to discuss the growth of DEI efforts and the rising presence of the Latinx community. Ruben provides an overview of key facts about Latinx purchasing power, demographics, and Latinx in the workforce and in leadership roles, along with analysis of what these facts mean and how they reflect ongoing shifts and progress. Listen Now!

In this episode of Talent Talks, Hunt Scanlon Media host Rob Adams is joined by Derek Lokey, SVP of consulting at Teamalytics, to discuss the new role of leaders in building a strong culture while achieving growth in a work-from-home or work-from-anywhere environment. Drawing on his experience as an executive coach and former NFL player with the Kansas City Chiefs, Derek shares insights from the recent Hunt Scanlon Culture Conference and offers strategies for leaders to improve employee morale and engagement through self-awareness and intentionality. Tune in to learn how to strike the right balance between results and relationships in the work environment of today. Listen Now!

In this episode of Talent Talks, Hunt Scanlon Media host Rob Adams is joined by Smooch Repovich Rosenberg, Founder and CEO at SmoochUnplugged, LLC. After more than 25 years as a globally recognized executive search consultant, Smooch Repovich Rosenberg has her finger on the pulse of global Investor Relations, Corporate Communications and has had tremendous success leveraging human capital strategies to create high-octane, superior performing functions. She has the unique ability to see around corners and readily identify solutions to human capital challenges that advance company valuation. In this podcast, Mrs. Rosenberg examines the impact of culture & diversity initiatives on the search process, how remote and hybrid workforce initiatives have impacted establishing company culture and much more. Listen now!

In this episode of Talent Talks, Hunt Scanlon Media host Rob Adams is joined by Eric Walczykowski, CEO at Bespoke Partners. As an experienced operator, investor, board member and consultant, Mr. Walczykowski brings a multidimensional perspective on building high impact executive teams that deliver superior results. Over the past decade Bespoke Partners has brought exceptional leaders to private equity backed portfolio companies in the software and SaaS sector. In this podcast, Mr. Walczykowski examines the trends that shape the talent market for these companies. Listen now!