What really happens behind the scenes when global brands like Coca-Cola hire talent? In this candid conversation, Vinolia Singh shares what makes or breaks partnerships, why tech won't replace recruiters, and the true cost of a bad hire.

In this episode of Talent Titans, host Suky sits down with Vinolia Singh, Head of Talent Acquisition and Employer Branding at Coca-Cola, for an unfiltered look at the evolving recruitment landscape. With experience on both sides of the table, agency and corporate, Vinolia offers a sharp look into what makes recruitment partnerships thrive (or fail), how AI and tech will change hiring (but not replace humans), and why the "wise work" still belongs to people.

They dive into ghosting, culture fit, hiring metrics, the emotional cost of a bad hire, and how to future-proof talent strategies. Whether you're in staffing or internal TA, this episode challenges assumptions and reveals what top talent leaders actually want from their agency partners.

• 00:00 Introduction and Sponsor Message

• 00:40 Meet Vinolia Singh: A Journey in Talent Acquisition

• 02:26 The Value of Recruitment Partners

• 04:52 The Role of Technology in Recruitment

• 07:28 Balancing Speed and Quality in Hiring

• 10:50 The Importance of Culture Fit

• 12:51 Transparency and Communication in Recruitment

• 20:54 The Cost of Prioritizing Price Over Quality

• 26:02 Metrics and Their Impact on Recruitment

• 30:27 The Future of Hiring: Skills vs. Adaptability

• 33:42 Accountability in Failed Hires

• 39:02 Improving Agency-Client Partnerships

• 42:28 Conclusion

Favorite Quote:

"While AI can do the smart work, recruiters still own the wise work, the judgment, the connection, the care."

• Vinolia

Vinolia Singh is a dynamic People & Culture Executive and transformative leader in talent acquisition, renowned for driving strategic people initiatives that align with the future of work. With a unique blend of operational expertise and visionary leadership, Vinolia has consistently delivered strategic value to organizations by shaping talent strategies that elevate organizational performance and foster sustainable growth.

Leveraging her deep understanding of both human capital and advanced technologies, Vinolia has revolutionized recruitment processes, ensuring they are not only efficient but also future-ready. Under her leadership, organizations have adopted data-driven insights, AI-powered solutions, and human-centered strategies that maximize talent potential, promote diversity, and enable agility in today's fast-moving business environment.

With a career marked by successfully integrating HR and talent acquisition strategies at the executive level, Vinolia has driven the cultural and organizational transformations needed to thrive in a rapidly changing global landscape. She is passionate about creating high-performing teams, unlocking untapped potential, and ensuring organizations attract, engage, and retain top talent that will lead them into the future.

As a sought-after speaker, Vinolia inspires industry leaders to rethink talent acquisition as a strategic lever for organizational success, pushing the boundaries of traditional hiring models while embracing innovation at every level

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/vinoliasingh/

I'm Suky an adrenaline junkie who celebrates every single win. I believe we must celebrate and collect all our wins along the way as it fuels forward momentum to ensure we exceed our goals. When we fuel forward momentum, complacency simply can not settle in.

With over 25 years of experience working in the staffing industry, 16 of those working with global recruitment companies, I bring the knowledge and experience of working in 18 countries and successfully navigating through numerous "recession" cycles.

Companies often get so focused on the bottom line that they forget that we are in the "people business". For me, the magic happens when my clients recognize the best way to create a truly sustainable high-performance sales culture is to align both.

LinkedIn

Canadian Staffing Industry Summit

www.eliteglobalrecruiters.com

Talent Titans is sponsored by Ascen. Ascen is an employer of record that helps staffing and recruitment agencies hire employees compliantly throughout the US and Canada. Ascen's all-in-one, white-label platform handles onboarding, timesheets, payroll, benefits, insurance, invoicing, and funding so you can grow quickly in the US and Canada without worrying about back office and paperwork. Visit ascen.com to learn more.

Is your recruitment tech stack working for you, or just draining your budget? In this episode of Talent Titans, Suky sits down with Lex Duo CEO and AI educator Mike Wolford to dismantle the hype around artificial intelligence in staffing. From $30,000 retainer promises to sourcing tools you can build for under $150, Mike explains exactly how agency recruiters can cut through the noise, ditch unused tech stacks, and actually use AI to reclaim their time and competitive edge.

Mike exposes the pitfalls of vendor overload, AI slop, and why most recruiters are barely scratching the surface when it comes to leveraging artificial intelligence. Mike brings 20 years of recruiting experience, from agency to RPO to corporate, and now helps recruiters build their own custom AI tools with zero engineering background. He breaks down what tech stacks recruiters really need, why explainability is critical for compliance, and how to avoid wasting thousands on tools that underdeliver.

• 00:00 Introduction and Sponsor Message

• 00:39 Meet Mike Wolford: AI Expert

• 02:10 AI in Recruiting: Tools and Independence

• 05:30 Building Custom AI Tools

• 09:09 AI's Evolution and Legal Implications

• 17:28 Optimizing Tech Stacks for Recruiters

• 26:12 Process Improvement and AI Integration

• 28:12 Challenges with LinkedIn and AI Tools

• 32:33 The Future of AI in Recruitment

• 37:36 Building Custom AI Tools

• 42:49 The Importance of Client and Candidate Engagement

• 47:28 Conclusion and Contact Information for Mike

Favorite Quote:

"If you're doing what everyone else is doing with AI, you're going to get what everyone else gets and that defeats the entire point."

• Mike

CEO, Lex Duo | Author "The AI Recruiter" & "The AI Analyst" | Turning TA teams from prompt dabblers into AI workflow builders

With over 18 years in talent acquisition and stops at NPR, Capital One, Twitter, and Claro Analytics, I've seen every side of the hiring game. From the war for talent to the leadership lessons learned in storms, one thing's always been clear: recruiting isn't broken—it's just behind.

My work has been featured in RecruitingDaily, ERE, and on stages like Talent42. Whether I'm writing about lessons from old farmers, unpacking Google's success, or calling out LinkedIn's blind spots, my goal is always the same: tell the truth and raise the bar.

I teach AI Basics Bootcamps for recruiters, empowering people to build their own tools, no code, no nonsense. Because AI isn't going to replace recruiters. But recruiters who know how to use AI? They're already winning.

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikewolford/

Email: [email protected]

I'm Suky an adrenaline junkie who celebrates every single win. I believe we must celebrate and collect all our wins along the way as it fuels forward momentum to ensure we exceed our goals. When we fuel forward momentum, complacency simply can not settle in.

With over 25 years of experience working in the staffing industry, 16 of those working with global recruitment companies, I bring the knowledge and experience of working in 18 countries and successfully navigating through numerous "recession" cycles.

Companies often get so focused on the bottom line that they forget that we are in the "people business". For me, the magic happens when my clients recognize the best way to create a truly sustainable high-performance sales culture is to align both.

LinkedIn

Canadian Staffing Industry Summit

www.eliteglobalrecruiters.com

Talent Titans is sponsored by Ascen. Ascen is an employer of record that helps staffing and recruitment agencies hire employees compliantly throughout the US and Canada. Ascen's all-in-one, white-label platform handles onboarding, timesheets, payroll, benefits, insurance, invoicing, and funding so you can grow quickly in the US and Canada without worrying about back office and paperwork. Visit ascen.com to learn more.

Are you unknowingly holding your agency back?

In this raw and honest solo episode of Talent Titans, Suky confronts a hard truth that many staffing leaders face, but rarely admit: you're not being held back by the market, AI, or your clients…you're being held back by your mindset.

If you've found yourself avoiding hard conversations, lowering your fees, or hesitating to make bold moves in your business, this episode will resonate deeply. Suky shares from her personal journey of playing small to leading with clarity, expansion, and intention, and even offers a framework to help you step into the version of yourself your business truly needs. This is a must-listen for agency founders, recruiters, and staffing leaders who are ready to stop shrinking and start scaling.

• 00:00 Introduction and Sponsor Message from Ascen

• 00:39 The Dangers of Playing Small

• 01:46 The Cost of Playing Small

• 03:36 Why Leaders Play Small

• 07:48 The Power of Expansion

• 09:29 Steps to Overcome Playing Small

• 11:40 Conclusion

Favorite Quote:

"Playing small is the ultimate survival strategy, but you're not in survival mode anymore. You don't need permission to rise. All you need is courage."

• Suky

I'm Suky an adrenaline junkie who celebrates every single win. I believe we must celebrate and collect all our wins along the way as it fuels forward momentum to ensure we exceed our goals. When we fuel forward momentum, complacency simply can not settle in.

With over 25 years of experience working in the staffing industry, 16 of those working with global recruitment companies, I bring the knowledge and experience of working in 18 countries and successfully navigating through numerous "recession" cycles.

Companies often get so focused on the bottom line that they forget that we are in the "people business". For me, the magic happens when my clients recognize the best way to create a truly sustainable high-performance sales culture is to align both.

LinkedIn

Canadian Staffing Industry Summit

www.eliteglobalrecruiters.com

Talent Titans is sponsored by Ascen. Ascen is an employer of record that helps staffing and recruitment agencies hire employees compliantly throughout the US and Canada. Ascen's all-in-one, white-label platform handles onboarding, timesheets, payroll, benefits, insurance, invoicing, and funding so you can grow quickly in the US and Canada without worrying about back office and paperwork. Visit ascen.com to learn more.

Think no one hires in December? Think again. In this episode of Talent Titans, Suky breaks down why Q4 might just be your hidden window to land the perfect role and what not to do when offers start rolling in.

Contrary to the myth that hiring stops before Christmas, Suky shares insider knowledge that prove companies are still making offers, often with January start dates. But there's a catch: too many candidates rush into roles out of fear or panic. From setting clear intentions to tracking your applications and avoiding the "panic accept," this episode is all about powerful reminders that will help you job hunt with clarity, purpose, and confidence.

• 00:00 Introduction and Sponsor Message

• 00:39 Job Hunting During the Holidays

• 05:28 Be Intentional with Job Applications

• 09:27 Staying Organized and Reducing Anxiety

• 10:39 Conclusion

Favorite Quote:

"Make decisions from a place of clarity, not a place of panic."

• Suky

I'm Suky an adrenaline junkie who celebrates every single win. I believe we must celebrate and collect all our wins along the way as it fuels forward momentum to ensure we exceed our goals. When we fuel forward momentum, complacency simply can not settle in.

With over 25 years of experience working in the staffing industry, 16 of those working with global recruitment companies, I bring the knowledge and experience of working in 18 countries and successfully navigating through numerous "recession" cycles.

Companies often get so focused on the bottom line that they forget that we are in the "people business". For me, the magic happens when my clients recognize the best way to create a truly sustainable high-performance sales culture is to align both.

LinkedIn

Canadian Staffing Industry Summit

www.eliteglobalrecruiters.com

Talent Titans is sponsored by Ascen. Ascen is an employer of record that helps staffing and recruitment agencies hire employees compliantly throughout the US and Canada. Ascen's all-in-one, white-label platform handles onboarding, timesheets, payroll, benefits, insurance, invoicing, and funding so you can grow quickly in the US and Canada without worrying about back office and paperwork. Visit ascen.com to learn more.

Is your company's vision just words on a wall or does it drive real results? In this episode of Talent Titans Podcast, we uncover how visionary leadership can transform not just your strategy, but your entire workforce, especially outside of a traditional structure.

Jeremy Peters, Executive Director of Growth at Teema Solutions, sits doesn't with Suky to detail what it really means to lead with vision. But this isn't your typical leadership talk. Jeremy shares how Teema is flipping the traditional staffing model by empowering a community of independent contractors through a member-based ecosystem.

They get into how to align vision across decentralized teams, the pitfalls of top-down strategy, and why most leaders get vision, and execution, dead wrong. Jeremy also shares his thoughts on navigating today's volatile market and why leadership has to evolve in the face of disruption.

• 00:00 Introduction and Sponsor Message

• 00:40 Meet Jeremy Peters

• 02:05 The Unique Vision of Teema Solutions

• 04:24 Balancing Vision and Individual Goals

• 06:39 Leadership Challenges and Strategies

• 10:16 Inspiring and Aligning with Vision

• 15:19 Innovative Hiring Practices

• 18:13 Leadership in a Non-Traditional Model

• 22:02 Defining and Achieving Success

• 22:56 Empowering Self-Employed Members

• 24:02 Vision and Accountability in Leadership

• 26:03 Challenges and Strategies in Staffing

• 27:35 Data Forecast and Market Trends

• 29:31 Adapting to Market Changes

• 33:01 Exploring New Opportunities

Favorite Quote:

"Vision answers: Where are we going, and why does it matter? But unless people feel inspired by it, it's just another statement on the wall."

• Jeremy

With nearly two decades in Human Capital, I've shaped careers and organizations across North America—delivering innovative workforce solutions that fuel growth. My initial journey from Recruitment Consultant to today as Executive Director of Strategic Growth at TEEMA Solutions Group includes leadership roles with GLOBAL firms like Randstad, Adecco, and now TEEMA. I'm passionate about the evolving world of work, I'm an architect of opportunity—connecting people, purpose, and performance to unlock potential.

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeremybpeters/

Website: https://teemagroup.com

I'm Suky an adrenaline junkie who celebrates every single win. I believe we must celebrate and collect all our wins along the way as it fuels forward momentum to ensure we exceed our goals. When we fuel forward momentum, complacency simply can not settle in.

With over 25 years of experience working in the staffing industry, 16 of those working with global recruitment companies, I bring the knowledge and experience of working in 18 countries and successfully navigating through numerous "recession" cycles.

Companies often get so focused on the bottom line that they forget that we are in the "people business". For me, the magic happens when my clients recognize the best way to create a truly sustainable high-performance sales culture is to align both.

LinkedIn

Canadian Staffing Industry Summit

www.eliteglobalrecruiters.com

Talent Titans is sponsored by Ascen. Ascen is an employer of record that helps staffing and recruitment agencies hire employees compliantly throughout the US and Canada. Ascen's all-in-one, white-label platform handles onboarding, timesheets, payroll, benefits, insurance, invoicing, and funding so you can grow quickly in the US and Canada without worrying about back office and paperwork. Visit ascen.com to learn more.

What if working "for free" is the real reason your firm isn't growing? In this episode of Talent Titans, we uncover the silent profit killer inside the recruitment industry and reveal the bold model replacing it.

There's a rising shift from contingency recruitment to contained search, a powerful hybrid model that demands client commitment and transforms agency profitability. Suky touches on how contingency recruiting quietly drains time, energy, and money from staffing businesses and why it's time to stop normalizing it. It's time to stop whispering about the hidden costs of working without a retainer and we're outlining the real benefits of contained search (like client respect, team motivation, and fewer but more profitable roles). This episode is a wake-up call for recruiters stuck in outdated models.

• 00:00 Introduction and Sponsor Message

• 00:40 The Quiet Revolution in Recruitment

• 01:53 The Shift from Contingency to Contained Search

• 05:02 The Contained Search Model Explained

• 06:15 Benefits of the Contained Search Model

• 11:43 Transitioning to a Contained Search Model

• 13:23 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

Favorite Quote:

"You're not selling CVs. You're selling certainty."

• Suky

I'm Suky an adrenaline junkie who celebrates every single win. I believe we must celebrate and collect all our wins along the way as it fuels forward momentum to ensure we exceed our goals. When we fuel forward momentum, complacency simply can not settle in.

With over 25 years of experience working in the staffing industry, 16 of those working with global recruitment companies, I bring the knowledge and experience of working in 18 countries and successfully navigating through numerous "recession" cycles.

Companies often get so focused on the bottom line that they forget that we are in the "people business". For me, the magic happens when my clients recognize the best way to create a truly sustainable high-performance sales culture is to align both.

LinkedIn

Canadian Staffing Industry Summit

www.eliteglobalrecruiters.com

Talent Titans is sponsored by Ascen. Ascen is an employer of record that helps staffing and recruitment agencies hire employees compliantly throughout the US and Canada. Ascen's all-in-one, white-label platform handles onboarding, timesheets, payroll, benefits, insurance, invoicing, and funding so you can grow quickly in the US and Canada without worrying about back office and paperwork. Visit ascen.com to learn more.

What's really holding back your agency's growth? Spoiler: it's not sales. It's your back office. Aascen can help you fix it fast.

In this episode of Talent Titans, Suky shines a spotlight on the often-overlooked engine behind successful staffing agencies: the back office. From payroll nightmares and misclassification risks to cashflow gaps and compliance chaos, she unpacks the real challenges that stunt agency growth, especially when expanding into the US and Canada.

Suky introduces Aascen, the sponsor of this podcast, as more than just a payroll vendor. It's a full-service, white-labeled platform designed to help staffing firms scale confidently, while still owning their brand. Whether you're placing W2's, entering new states, or going global, this episode breaks down how Aascen removes the operational pain points that cripple growth without sacrificing brand visibility or control.

• 00:00 Introduction to Aascen

• 00:44 Understanding the Importance of Back Office

• 04:20 Challenges in the Staffing Industry

• 07:43 How Aascen Can Help Your Agency

• 10:06 Practical Benefits of Using Aascen

• 12:43 Final Thoughts and Recommendations

Favorite Quote:

"You do all the hard work to win your clients and find great talent, don't let your operations choke your growth."

• Suky

I'm Suky an adrenaline junkie who celebrates every single win. I believe we must celebrate and collect all our wins along the way as it fuels forward momentum to ensure we exceed our goals. When we fuel forward momentum, complacency simply can not settle in.

With over 25 years of experience working in the staffing industry, 16 of those working with global recruitment companies, I bring the knowledge and experience of working in 18 countries and successfully navigating through numerous "recession" cycles.

Companies often get so focused on the bottom line that they forget that we are in the "people business". For me, the magic happens when my clients recognize the best way to create a truly sustainable high-performance sales culture is to align both.

LinkedIn

Canadian Staffing Industry Summit

www.eliteglobalrecruiters.com

Talent Titans is sponsored by Ascen. Ascen is an employer of record that helps staffing and recruitment agencies hire employees compliantly throughout the US and Canada. Ascen's all-in-one, white-label platform handles onboarding, timesheets, payroll, benefits, insurance, invoicing, and funding so you can grow quickly in the US and Canada without worrying about back office and paperwork. Visit ascen.com to learn more.

When immigration policy collides with hiring reality...today, we're unpacking the true cost of the $100K H-1B visa fee, why mid-sized firms are being squeezed out, and how global labor trends are shaking up recruitment. It's not just about visas, it's about survival.

In this very raw and real episode of Talent Titans, Suky sits down with recruiting industry thought leader and brain behind Recruiting Brainfood, Hung Lee, to dissect the chaos surrounding U.S. immigration policy, especially the proposed $100,000 H-1B visa fee. From the real-world impact on small and mid-sized staffing firms to the human toll on workers and families, this is a raw, insightful look at what happens when politics, business, and global talent collide.

• 00:00 Introduction and Sponsor Message

• 00:40 Guest Introduction: Meet Hung

• 02:10 The Reality of Online Information

• 05:22 Challenges in the Job Market

• 07:04 H-1B Visa Controversy

• 08:58 Impact on Mid-Sized Companies

• 10:53 Ambiguity and Risk for H-1B Holders

• 19:50 Global Trends in Immigration Policies

• 25:14 Canada's Opportunity Amidst US Visa Issues

• 28:17 Challenges of Distributing Immigrants in Rural Areas

• 30:10 Personal Story: Encountering Racism in a Rural Pub

• 31:46 Economic Benefits of Immigrants

• 33:49 Political and Cultural Clashes in Immigration

• 34:38 Demographic Challenges and Economic Solutions

• 40:12 Impact of Political Decisions on Immigration

• 44:24 Adapting to a Volatile Global Environment

• 55:43 Final Thoughts and Advice

Favorite Quote:

"When the cost of labor rises, you don't always get paid more, the job might just vanish."

• Hung

Hung Lee is the Editor of leading industry newsletter Recruiting Brainfood.

He is an industry professional with over 20 years experience as an agency recruiter, Recruitment manager, Internal Head of Talent, recruitment trainer, founder of award winning online recruiting platform WorkShape.io, and now Editor and Community builder at Recruiting Brainfood - the best weekly newsletter in recruitment.

Hung lives and works in London.

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hunglee/

Website: http://www.recruitingbrainfood.com/

The Recruiting Brainfood Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/3dFBspf9jXwpnJPLwSd72u

I'm Suky an adrenaline junkie who celebrates every single win. I believe we must celebrate and collect all our wins along the way as it fuels forward momentum to ensure we exceed our goals. When we fuel forward momentum, complacency simply can not settle in.

With over 25 years of experience working in the staffing industry, 16 of those working with global recruitment companies, I bring the knowledge and experience of working in 18 countries and successfully navigating through numerous "recession" cycles.

Companies often get so focused on the bottom line that they forget that we are in the "people business". For me, the magic happens when my clients recognize the best way to create a truly sustainable high-performance sales culture is to align both.

LinkedIn

Canadian Staffing Industry Summit

www.eliteglobalrecruiters.com

Talent Titans is sponsored by Ascen. Ascen is an employer of record that helps staffing and recruitment agencies hire employees compliantly throughout the US and Canada. Ascen's all-in-one, white-label platform handles onboarding, timesheets, payroll, benefits, insurance, invoicing, and funding so you can grow quickly in the US and Canada without worrying about back office and paperwork. Visit ascen.com to learn more.

What happens when the U.S. slaps a $100,000 fee on H-1B visas? Canadian staffing companies might just find themselves holding a golden opportunity. In this episode, Suky welcomes Michael Dha, founder of Strive Recruitment, to have a conversation about the real impact of immigration shifts, global talent mobility, and how Canada can turn geopolitical uncertainty into economic advantage.

With sweeping immigration changes, rising protectionism in the U.S., and housing and talent shortages mounting across Canada, staffing leaders are facing a new frontier. From immigration strategy and regional job placement challenges to shifting employer mindsets and the battle for diversity of thought, this very real conversation digs into the future of Canadian staffing, and why agencies must step up as true consultants, not just suppliers.

If you're in recruitment, HR, or workforce planning, especially in tech or healthcare, this episode is a must-listen.

• 00:00 Introduction and Sponsor Message

• 00:40 Welcoming the Guest: Michael Dha

• 02:05 Discussion on Immigration and Staffing

• 07:45 Challenges and Opportunities in Canadian Tech Sector

• 12:28 Impact of H-1B Visa Changes on Canada

• 22:34 Mindset Shift Needed Among Employers

• 28:43 Navigating Discrimination Laws

• 29:19 Challenges for Recruitment Agencies

• 30:25 Building Trust with Clients

• 31:50 Educating Clients on Talent Market

• 37:37 Supporting New Immigrants

• 41:46 Advocating for Recruitment Agencies

• 44:29 Balancing Client and Candidate Needs

• 48:37 Diversity and Inclusion in Hiring

• 51:20 Final Thoughts on Canadian Economy

Favorite Quote:

"Imagine if Canada could attract the top 1% of global talent - tech, healthcare, engineering. What would that mean for our economy and for the next generation?"

• Michael

Michael Dha is the Founder and Managing Director of STRIVE Recruitment and has over 20 years of experience in the recruitment industry. He founded STRIVE in 2008, during the global recession, and built it into a trusted partner for top Canadian Organizations through two offices in BC and Ontario.

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaeldha/

Email: [email protected]

I'm Suky an adrenaline junkie who celebrates every single win. I believe we must celebrate and collect all our wins along the way as it fuels forward momentum to ensure we exceed our goals. When we fuel forward momentum, complacency simply can not settle in.

With over 25 years of experience working in the staffing industry, 16 of those working with global recruitment companies, I bring the knowledge and experience of working in 18 countries and successfully navigating through numerous "recession" cycles.

Companies often get so focused on the bottom line that they forget that we are in the "people business". For me, the magic happens when my clients recognize the best way to create a truly sustainable high-performance sales culture is to align both.

LinkedIn

Canadian Staffing Industry Summit

www.eliteglobalrecruiters.com

Talent Titans is sponsored by Ascen. Ascen is an employer of record that helps staffing and recruitment agencies hire employees compliantly throughout the US and Canada. Ascen's all-in-one, white-label platform handles onboarding, timesheets, payroll, benefits, insurance, invoicing, and funding so you can grow quickly in the US and Canada without worrying about back office and paperwork. Visit ascen.com to learn more.

Get ready for an energizing behind-the-scenes look at the upcoming South African Staffing Summit on November 6th!

In this special episode of Talent Titans, we've got a live roundtable as host Suky is joined by co-presenters Jacqui Ford, Mark Coetzee, and Skhumbuzo Dlamini to dive into why the global staffing spotlight is shifting to South Africa.

We'll go behind the scenes of the 2025 South African Staffing Summit to discover the opportunities, challenges, and market realities that make this a not-to-be-missed moment for recruitment professionals. From skill shortages and economic shifts to game-changing recruitment models and global scalability, this episode unpacks it all. Whether you're scaling a staffing firm, expanding internationally, or looking to move beyond the contingency model, this is an essential episode.

To Purchase Tickets to the 2025 South African Staffing Summit: https://www.apsoevents.com

South African Staffing Summit Overview

Importance of Professional Bodies in Staffing

Tender Processes and Payment Terms

Client Panels and Listening to Clients

Business Owners Panel: Lessons and Collaborations

Favorite Quote:

"If you want growth and to be paid what you're worth, you have to believe you're good and prove it. Clients will pay, but not for the service you deliver today. They pay for what they experience."

• Suky

I'm Suky an adrenaline junkie who celebrates every single win. I believe we must celebrate and collect all our wins along the way as it fuels forward momentum to ensure we exceed our goals. When we fuel forward momentum, complacency simply can not settle in.

With over 25 years of experience working in the staffing industry, 16 of those working with global recruitment companies, I bring the knowledge and experience of working in 18 countries and successfully navigating through numerous "recession" cycles.

Companies often get so focused on the bottom line that they forget that we are in the "people business". For me, the magic happens when my clients recognize the best way to create a truly sustainable high-performance sales culture is to align both.

LinkedIn

Canadian Staffing Industry Summit

www.eliteglobalrecruiters.com