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2026 Essential Hires Annual Community Series — Feb Event
AI & Internal Talent Adoption
AI is reshaping recruiting — and the roles of recruiters and leaders are evolving. Join Brenda Wisniewski, Founder of Essential Hires, for the second session of the 2026 Essential Hires Monthly Community Series — a free live event designed for agency and corporate recruiting leaders who want to understand where AI fits in the recruiting process and how to stay ahead in a changing industry.
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Hosted by Brenda Wisniewski, Founder & CEO, Essential Hires
Why Attend
Last month, we explored what the future of recruiting may look like as AI continues to evolve. This month, we’re shifting perspective and stepping into the reality inside companies. As AI moves beyond experimentation, organizations are beginning to adopt it across talent—not just in recruiting, but across hiring, onboarding, development, and performance. That shift raises important questions for everyone involved in talent and recruiting:
This session will help you cut through the hype and get a practical, real-world understanding of how AI is influencing recruiting today and what it means for your career or your business moving forward.
You’ll gain a clear perspective on:
- What does AI adoption actually look like inside an organization?
- What challenges do leaders face trying to make it stick?
- How are internal roles evolving as AI becomes part of the work?
- Where do external partners still play a role—and how is that changing?
Walk away with clarity and confidence.
You’ll leave this session feeling more confident, informed, and equipped to navigate the year ahead — with a clear view of how AI can help you work smarter, not harder.
Whether you’re running a team or building your own desk, you’ll know where AI fits — and where your human skills still make all the difference.
Who Should Attend
This live session is designed for recruiting agency owners, talent acquisition leaders and the individual recruiter.
Talent Acquisition Teams
navigating changes in hiring, onboarding, and performance.
Recruiting Agency Owners and Leaders
adapting to changing client expectations.
Business Owners and Executives
making decisions about how AI shows up inside their organization.
If you see yourself in any of these groups, you’ll walk away with clear, practical next steps.
Meet Your Host
Brenda Wisniewski
Founder & Managing Partner, Essential Hires
With nearly 30 years in recruiting and leadership, Brenda has built top-performing teams and developed the Essential Hires Methodology — a proven system that blends recruiting best practices with human performance coaching.
Through the Essential Hires Academy and Community, she helps recruiters and leaders build the structure, systems, and habits that drive consistent results — the foundation of sustainable success in any market.
In this session, Brenda will facilitate a panel discussion with industry leaders to share a grounded, practical view of how AI is shaping the recruiting landscape and how to stay centered as a human-first recruiter or leader in a tech-driven world.
Nearly 30 years in recruiting & leadership
Creator of the Essential Hires Methodology
Our Guest Panel
Leaders Shaping AI & Internal Talent Adoption
Hear from industry leaders working at the intersection of recruiting, technology, and performance—each offering a grounded, real-world view of how AI is actually being adopted inside organizations today.
About the Essential Hires Community
The 2026 Essential Hires Monthly Insights Live Series
Each month, our community will explore different topics as part of Insights Live Series, where agency owners, talent acquisition leaders, and recruiters gather to learn, share, and grow together.
Membership is free and includes a mix of expert-led learning, collaborative sessions, and on-demand resources designed to support real-world performance — not just theory.
Your membership includes:
- 🌟 Monthly Insights Live — expert-led sessions on growth, performance, and innovation in recruiting.
- 🌟 Roundtable Sessions — collaborative recruiter and leadership group discussions for problem-solving, idea-sharing, and peer support.
- 🌟 Community Hub — your space to connect, ask questions, and exchange insights with like-minded professionals.
- 🌟 Resource Library — on-demand tools, templates, and replays to help you implement what you learn.
Come learn, connect, and experience the Essential Hires Community for yourself.
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February Event Snapshot
AI & Internal Talent Adoption
Topic
How internal talent leaders are adopting AI—and what it means for roles, teams, and the future of work
Host
Brenda Wisniewski, Founder & Managing Partner, Essential Hires.
Format
Live virtual session with real examples and Q&A.
Who It's For
Owners, leaders, and recruiters who want to work smarter with AI.
Price
Free to attend — part of the Essential Hires Monthly Community Series
Takes less than 30 seconds to register.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need to know AI already?
No — this session is beginner-friendly and practical.
Will there be a replay?
Yes. Register and you'll receive the replay automatically.
Is this a sales pitch?
No — it's an educational session with optional info about the community.
What happens once I register?
You'll receive an email with the event link and reminders.
Still have questions? Reach out and the Essential Hires team will help you before the event.
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Join agency leaders and recruiters for a practical conversation about how AI is changing recruiting — and how to adopt it without losing the human advantage.
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