The EVOLVE Talent & HR Show

The future of recruitment conferences is here. In the very first episode of the Your Career BFF Podcast, we sit down with Jamie Leonard, founder of RecFest, the world’s most inclusive and innovative event for recruiters, TA leaders, and HR professionals.

RecFest is unlike any other recruitment event:

- 100+ speakers and global talent leaders

- A festival vibe with live music, food, and networking

- Real conversations about AI, DEI, and the future of hiring

- Thousands of recruiters connecting in Nashville & the UK

We cover:

00:00 Podcast launch + RecFest intro

02:15 Why traditional recruitment events are broken

05:00 Building a true community in TA & HR

09:40 Bringing RecFest from the UK to the US

15:30 How inclusion + accessibility shape the event

22:00 ROI for recruiters & sponsors

30:00 What’s new for RecFest 2025 in Nashville

RecFest isn’t just another HR event. It’s the conference changing recruitment forever.

Follow Jamie Leonard, founder of RecFest on LinkedIn for insights on leadership, talent innovation, and community-driven recruiting. https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamieasleonard/

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Welcome to Your CareerBFF Podcast, hosted by recruiter and community builder Anna Morgan. This teaser episode sets the stage for what’s ahead: an anthem for underdogs, innovators, and leaders navigating the future of work. In an age where AI dominates the headlines, Anna focuses on what tech can’t replace—trust, human connection, and collaboration over competition. Expect conversations that blend talent strategy, hiring manager enablement, employer brand, and real-world job search insights. With energy, honesty, and a dash of BFF fun, Anna is here to help leaders and job seekers alike rethink what it means to thrive in the modern workplace.