Best James Mackey Recruiting Talent Acquisition Hiring Saas Tech Startups Growth Stage Rpo James Mackey Diversity And Inclusion Hr Human Resources Business Retention Strategies Onboarding Process Recruitment Metrics Job Boards Social Media Re Podcasts (2025)

1
EP 170: Georgetown's entrepreneurial ecosystem with Benjamin Zimmerman 36:13

5d ago36:13

36:13

Georgetown University is redefining entrepreneurial education by building a mission-driven ecosystem where innovation thrives. In this episode, our host, James Mackey, and Ben Zimmerman, Managing Director of Georgetown Entrepreneurship, share Georgetown’s unique approach to fostering an environment that helps startups succeed. From student programs…

1
EP 169: What’s Next for AI and Automation in Recruiting: Insights from Jason Heilman, Sr VP of Product, Automation, and AI at Bullhorn 36:30

13d ago36:30

36:30

Jason Heilman, Senior Vice President of Product, Automation, and AI at Bullhorn, and our host James Mackey, offer a masterclass in AI and Automation for recruiting organizations. Drawing from Jason’s experience as co-founder of Herefish (acquired by Bullhorn in 2019), Jason reveals how automation serves as the essential foundation for effective AI …

1
EP 168: Navigating staffing in uncertain times: Insights from Hugo Malan, President of Kelly Science, Engineering, Technology & Telecom 35:37

28d ago35:37

35:37

In today’s unpredictable economy, businesses must navigate shifting market conditions while maintaining efficiency and resilience. Our host James Mackey and Hugo Malan, President of Kelly Science, Engineering, Technology, and Telecom, explore the power of a mixed labor strategy - a dynamic approach that blends full-time hires with temporary and pro…

1
EP 167: Revolutionizing staffing through network intelligence with Brad Beach, CEO & Founder of Tailored Management & Jobvious 38:16

1M ago38:16

38:16

Join host James Mackey as he chats with Brad Beach, Founder and CEO of Tailored Management and Jobvious. Brad shares his journey from the early days in staffing to building a cutting-edge platform that’s reshaping contingent labor. They dive into the challenges of traditional hiring models, the power of network-driven recruitment, and how technolog…

1
EP 166: The Future of recruitment technology and automation for the Staffing and Recruiting industry with Sean Mallapurkar, CEO of Recruit CRM 34:40

2M ago34:40

34:40

Sean Mallapurkar joins host James Mackey to discuss the pivotal role technology is playing in shaping the future of staffing. Sean shares his remarkable journey from launching Recruit CRM to growing it into a global organization. Sean and James explore how recruitment professionals can benefit from integrating various technological solutions to str…

1
EP 165: AI-Powered Recruitment Strategies with Metaview's Co-Founder and CEO Siadhal Magos 41:57

3M ago41:57

41:57

James Mackey and Elijah Elkins speak with Siadhal Magos, Co-Founder and CEO of Metaview, about the methods MetaView uses to maximize recruitment potential, including AI-driven candidate rediscovery and strategic compensation alignment. He shares how AI technology enhances hiring efficiency and precision, enabling organizations to make informed deci…

1
EP 164: Revolutionizing Hiring Processes with Hariharan Kolam, Co-Founder and CEO at Findem 28:14

3M ago28:14

28:14

Hariharan Kolam, Co-Founder and CEO at Findem joins host James Mackey to discuss how the advancements in AI are reshaping the hiring landscape. He shares how Findem's solutions revolutionize recruitment, moving beyond traditional resumes to create a more efficient talent-sourcing process. Thank you to our sponsor, SecureVision, for making this show…

1
EP 163: Exploring AI-Driven Hiring Solutions with Anil Dharni, CEO of Sense 45:48

3M ago45:48

45:48

Anil Dharni, CEO and Founder of Sense, joins host James Mackey to discuss how AI and automation are transforming the landscape of talent acquisition, streamlining recruitment processes while enhancing candidate engagement. He shares insights about the importance of candidate experience, ethical AI use, and the need for HR leaders to adapt to emergi…

1
EP 162: Leveraging AI for High-Volume Hiring with Steve Bartel, CEO of Gem 35:47

4M ago35:47

35:47

James Mackey and Steve Bartel explore how AI is transforming high-volume hiring. Learn how companies can AI to enhance sourcing, streamline processes, and navigate compliance while balancing innovation with human oversight. Thank you to our sponsor, SecureVision, for making this show possible! Our host James Mackey Follow us: https://www.linkedin.c…

1
EP 161: Recruiting and Building Globally Distributed Tech Teams with Justt's Co-founder, Roenen Ben-Ami 30:28

4M ago30:28

30:28

Roenen Ben-Ami, Co-founder of Justt, joins host James Mackey to discuss the challenges of recruiting globally. He shares his experience of scaling internationally while fostering a cohesive company culture and effectively communicating Justt's value proposition to globally distributed teams. Thank you to our sponsor, SecureVision, for making this s…

1
EP 160: How to take skill tests and assessments to the next level with Test Gorilla’s Founder and CEO, Wouter Durville. 42:35

5M ago42:35

42:35

Wouter Durville, Founder and CEO of Test Gorilla, joins hosts James Mackey and Elijah Elkins to discuss the evolution of skills tests and assessments. He shares the latest on how Test Gorilla is helping customers screen talent more thoroughly and talks to our hosts about impactful upcoming product releases. Thank you to our sponsor, SecureVision, f…

1
EP 159: Human Powered Technical Assessments with Woven’s Founder and CEO Wes Winler. 46:56

5M ago46:56

46:56

Our hosts sit down with Wes to discuss how Woven helps companies hire great-fit engineers without spending countless hours in tech interviews. We discuss their async technical interview platform and how actual engineers score real-world engineering work. The conversation progresses into how AI candidate evaluations may be regulated. Thank you to ou…

1
EP 158: What should AI’s role be in talent acquisition? With James Mackey (CEO of SecureVision) and Steve Bartel (CEO of Gem). 40:18

6M ago40:18

40:18

James and Steve discuss the challenging question of AI’s role in talent acquisition. Listen to their thoughts on how AI can enable recruiters and the significant risks of AI-driven evaluations. Thank you to our sponsor, SecureVision, for making this show possible! Our host James Mackey Follow us: https://www.linkedin.com/company/82436841/ #1 Rated …

1
EP 157: Candidate and Sales Automation for the Staffing and Recruiting Industry with Julian D’Angelo, Founder and CEO of Talin 47:57

6M ago47:57

47:57

James Mackey and Elijah Elkins speak with Julian D’Angelo, Founder and CEO of Talin, about their AI-powered candidate and sales automation product. They dive into the tech stack inefficiencies that SMB Staffing and Recruiting companies have. Julian shares how he’s leveraging his growth background to build Talin and help SMB Staffing and Recruiting …

1
EP 156: Leveraging AI for phone screens and evaluations with Aaron Wang, Co-founder and CEO of Apriora. 45:49

7M ago45:49

45:49

James Mackey and Elijah Elkins sit down with Apriora’s Co-founder and CEO, Aaron Wang, to discuss how their product delivers and evaluates on-demand phone screens to applicants. They discuss the similarities between autonomous cars and AI interview evaluations and explore whether AI products should focus on co-pilot functionality on screening calls…

1
EP 155: Unlocking AI-Driven Talent Sourcing with Juicebox CEO David Paffenholz 48:40

7M ago48:40

48:40

James Mackey and Elijah Elkins speak with David Paffenholz, CEO of Juicebox, about their AI-powered talent sourcing platform. David shares how Juicebox significantly improves sourcing and hiring outcomes, enables collaboration between recruiters and hiring managers, and provides real-time talent insights to hone in on sourcing criteria. With over 5…

1
EP 154: Strategies for the new age of tech hiring with Steve Bartel, Founder & CEO of Gem 25:53

7M ago25:53

25:53

In this episode, host James Mackey, CEO of SecureVision RPO, and Steve Bartel, Founder & CEO of Gem, uncover the latest trends and strategies reshaping tech recruitment. Steven also shares insights on Gem's acquisition of InterviewPlanner, highlighting its role in building an all-in-one hiring platform. 0:00 Roles in high demand in the tech industr…

1
EP 153: Skill-based hiring and AI's role in evolving talent acquisition with Daniel Chait, CEO of Greenhouse 46:31

7M ago46:31

46:31

Join host James Mackey and Daniel Chait, CEO of Greenhouse as they discuss skill-based hiring, emphasizing the shift from traditional qualifications to assessing candidates based on their capabilities. They highlight the benefits of this approach, such as broader talent pools and internal career development. They also explore the consolidation of r…

1
EP 152: Beyond Automation: Exploring AI's impact on hiring strategies with Babblebots.ai CEO, Roli Gupta 40:51

7M ago40:51

40:51

James Mackey, CEO of a leading RPO provider, SecureVision, and Elijah Elkins, CEO of Avoda, a highly rated global recruiting firm, co-host Babblebots.ai CEO, Roli Gupta in our special series on AI for Hiring. They explore how the Babblebots.ai tool efficiently interviews, screens, and assesses candidates, cutting down time-to-hire and simplifying t…

1
EP 151: Innovative AI solutions for modern hiring with hollyhires.ai CEO, Jacob Claerhout 43:50

7M ago43:50

43:50

James Mackey, CEO of a leading RPO provider, SecureVision, and Elijah Elkins, CEO of Avoda, a highly rated global recruiting firm, co-host hollyhires.ai CEO, Jacob Claerhout in our special series on AI for Hiring. Jacob shares how his company is transforming recruitment with AI. Since its launch, Hollyhires has focused on automating candidate vetti…

1
EP 150: AI solutions for modern hiring with Brainner’s Co-Founders, Fede Grinblat and Guillermo Gette 1:04:51

8M ago1:04:51

1:04:51

James Mackey, CEO of a leading RPO provider, SecureVision, and Elijah Elkins, CEO of Avoda, a highly rated global recruiting firm, co-host Brainner’s Co-Founders, Fede Grinblat and Guillermo Gette, in our special series on AI for Hiring. They share their journey in developing an AI-powered resume screening tool designed to boost hiring efficiency. …

1
EP 149: The evolution of recruitment software with Workable's CEO, Nikos Moraitakis 46:03

8M ago46:03

46:03

James Mackey, CEO of a leading RPO provider, SecureVision, and Elijah Elkins, CEO of Avoda, a highly rated global recruiting firm, co-host Workable’s CEO, Nikos Moraitakis, in our special series on AI for Hiring. Nikos outlines the company's evolution from an ATS to a full-scale HR software solution. Discover how AI-driven tools are reshaping hirin…

1
EP 148: AI voice agents and the evolution of recruitment with Kwal’s Co-Founder, David Tell 38:01

8M ago38:01

38:01

James Mackey, CEO of a leading RPO provider, SecureVision, and Elijah Elkins, CEO of Avoda, a highly rated global recruiting firm, co-host Kwal’s Co-Founder, David Tell, in our special series on AI for Hiring. David shares how Kwal’s generative AI voice agent is evolving recruitment for staffing firms and RPOs by automating initial screenings and i…

1
EP 147: AI-Driven Interview Intelligence: Revolutionizing Recruitment with Mark Simpson, CEO of Pillar 44:27

8M ago44:27

44:27

James Mackey, CEO of a leading RPO provider, SecureVision, and Elijah Elkins, CEO of Avoda, a highly rated global recruiting firm, co-host Pillar’s CEO, Mark Simpson, in our special series on AI for Hiring. Discover how Pillar’s interview intelligence platform enhances efficiency, reduces bias, and integrates seamlessly with tools like Zoom to crea…

1
EP 146: AI in Action: The blueprint for smarter hiring with the CEO of BrightHire 39:22

8M ago39:22

39:22

James Mackey, CEO of a leading RPO provider, SecureVision, and Elijah Elkins, CEO of Avoda, a highly rated global recruiting firm, co-host BrightHire’s CEO, Ben Sesser, in our special series on AI for Hiring. In this episode they uncover the ways AI is optimizing how companies recruit talent. Ben shares valuable insights into how BrightHire's platf…

1
EP 145: Exploring job market dynamics: non-competes, solo businesses, and work mindsets with Joel Lalgee 51:52

10M ago51:52

51:52

Join host James Mackey and his guest Joel Lalgee, host of The Realest Recruiter, as they dissect the FTC proposal to ban non-competes, weighing its impact on businesses and employees. Discover the balance between protecting business interests and fostering employee freedom, and how emerging trends are reshaping the recruitment industry. 0:00 Naviga…

1
EP 144: Leveraging AI for hiring with Steve Bartel, Founder & CEO of Gem 32:56

11M ago32:56

32:56

In this episode, host James Mackey, CEO of SecureVision RPO, and Steve Bartel, Founder & CEO of Gem, dive into AI-driven talent acquisition, exploring its potential for recruitment processes. They discuss the intricacies and challenges of incorporating AI in talent acquisition, from leveraging AI to streamline sourcing and candidate evaluation to m…

1
EP 143: Tech industry's hiring landscape and ethical quandaries of AI, with Daniel Chait, CEO of Greenhouse 34:40

11M ago34:40

34:40

Join host James Mackey as he discusses the latest in tech industry hiring with Daniel Chait, CEO of Greenhouse. They explore the state of hiring, increased applicant ratios, and the disconnect between hiring plans and budgets. Discover the impact of AI on recruitment, potential biases therein, and the future of work in a shifting market. 0:00 Tech …

1
EP 142: ATS Evolution and Talent Strategies with Anton Boner, Co-Founder of Screenloop 43:28

1y ago43:28

43:28

Join host James Mackey in an insightful conversation with Anton Boner, Co-Founder of Screenloop, as they discuss the creation of a groundbreaking ATS platform. From AI-powered recruitment to optimizing processes for hyper-growth companies, discover the keys to enhancing candidate experience, improving hiring metrics, and tackling biases in job desc…

1
EP 141: Navigating tech hiring trends and cultivating inclusive teams with Shathiya Rengalwar. 23:25

1y ago23:25

23:25

Join us as host James Mackey and his guest Shathiya Rengalwar, People Leader, unpack the intricacies of tech hiring, discussing the surge in layoffs and the subsequent challenges for hiring teams. Explore talent acquisition strategies, emphasizing the pivotal role of networking and relationship investments. The episode also sheds light on building …

1
EP 140: Navigating Talent Acquisition from Series C to Series E with Cassandra Mingus, Director of Talent Acquisition at Signifyd 31:13

1+ y ago31:13

31:13

Join host James Mackey and his guest Cassandra Mingus, Director of Talent Acquisition at Signifyd, as she shares her career journey from recruiter to tech leader in a late-stage company. In conversation with James Mackey, they explore lessons learned, the evolution of talent acquisition, and hiring strategies for success. Discover the importance of…

1
EP 139: Mastering high-volume hiring and employee retention with Avi Singer, CEO & Founder at showd.me 28:23

1+ y ago28:23

28:23

Join host James Mackey and Avi Singer, CEO & Founder at showd.me, as they discuss high-volume hiring in healthcare and tech, emphasizing systematic processes and the importance of a clear employee value proposition. Avi shares insights on online compliance training and adapting learning platforms for the healthcare industry. The episode concludes w…

1
EP 138: Hiring strategies from Daniel Chait, CEO of Greenhouse, and Jamie Hodari, CEO of Industrious. 34:54

1+ y ago34:54

34:54

Join host James Mackey as he sits down with Daniel Chait, CEO of Greenhouse, and Jamie Hodari, CEO of Industrious. This episode provides a fresh perspective on tech hiring and recruiting strategies. It emphasizes the need for self-awareness, a clear understanding of roles, and positive interpersonal dynamics in building successful teams. Moreover, …

1
EP 137: Navigating the future of tech: Layoffs, consolidation, and Al impact with Steven Bartel, Co-founder and CEO of Gem 24:45

1+ y ago24:45

24:45

The rapidly changing landscape of the tech industry presents a variety of challenges. In the latest episode of The Breakthrough Hiring Show, James Mackey hosted Steven Bartel, Co-founder and CEO of Gem, to discuss these dynamic trends. With a rich background in the tech sector and a keen eye on its future, Steve offered invaluable insights into lay…

1
EP 100: Best of: Shauna Geraghty, SVP & Global Head of People & Talent at Talkdesk. Masterclass: quality of hire, predictive algorithms, the magic number to measure success. 47:44

1+ y ago47:44

47:44

We're thrilled to be celebrating one of our most popular episodes. This episode really captured the attention of our listeners, and we couldn't be happier to revisit it and share it with new listeners too! As the first U.S. employee at Talkdesk, Shauna initially helped scale Talkdesk’s Marketing team, infrastructure, and activities from the ground …

1
EP 136: The roadmap to successful leadership recruitment in tech with Laura MacKinnon, Chief People Officer at Clari. 28:41

1+ y ago28:41

28:41

Join host James Mackey and his guest Laura MacKinnon, Chief People Officer at Clari as they share insights on defining leadership qualities for hiring, aligning strategies with market conditions, and driving cultural change in tech companies. Gain practical tips on setting criteria for executive hires, understanding long-term goals, and integrating…

1
EP 135: Cybersecurity industry’s current trends and challenges with Fayyaz Rajpari, Managing Partner at IntelliGuards. 22:16

1+ y ago22:16

22:16

Dive into the world of cybersecurity with host James Mackey and his guest Fayyaz Rajpari, Managing Partner at IntelliGuards. Discover the nuances of cybersecurity hiring trends in a recessionary economy, the impact of layoffs, and the evolving job market dynamics. Learn about the demand for cybersecurity solutions and the challenges faced by small …

1
EP 134: Minds Matter: The impact of psychology and authenticity on hiring success with Amit Yoran, Chairman and CEO at Tenable. 34:56

1+ y ago34:56

34:56

Are you ready to challenge the way you think about hiring? Join us for a compelling episode as host James Mackey and his guest Amit Yoran, Chairman and CEO at Tenable, share the keys to hiring exceptional talent, emphasizing the transformative power of intellectual curiosity and self-awareness. Discover how these traits can reshape your team and or…

1
EP 133: Recruiting Roots: Leadership, culture, and navigating change with Tim Betry, VP of People and Places at GoPro 36:15

1+ y ago36:15

36:15

In this episode, host James Mackey discusses talent acquisition, leadership, and company culture with industry expert Tim Betry, VP of People & Places at GoPro. They dive into the connection between hiring and building an inclusive culture, while also discussing the challenges of adapting to the post-pandemic workplace. Discover how personal experi…

1
EP 132: Best of innovation and culture chats, with three leading experts. 23:38

1+ y ago23:38

23:38

In this episode we wanted to put together for our listeners some of the best of our innovations in talent and culture chats. Shauna Geraghty, SVP & Global Head of People & Talent at Talkdesk, will share invaluable insights on optimizing the quality of hire. Debbie Shotwell, CPO at Stack Overflow, will delve into the secrets of developing a strong a…

1
EP 131: Managing talent acquisition and scaling in a volatile market with Andrew Blevins, Head of Talent Acquisition at Cyberhaven 34:21

1+ y ago34:21

34:21

Join host James Mackey and his guest, Andrew Blevins - Head of Talent Acquisition at Cyberhaven, for an insightful discussion on talent acquisition strategies in today's volatile job market. Gain valuable insights into hiring plans, budgeting, and agency support during uncertain times, and learn how to tackle talent acquisition challenges as your o…

1
EP 130: Navigating leadership transitions and the future of work with Jennifer Christie, Chief People Officer at DocuSign 42:04

1+ y ago42:04

42:04

Join host James Mackey as he speaks with Jennifer Christie, the Chief People Officer at DocuSign. Together, they will delve into the topic of leadership transitions and the changing landscape of HR in the tech industry. Gain insights into the impact of CEO transitions, the role of AI in HR, and what the future of work looks like. Discover new persp…

1
EP 129: Startup hiring roadmap. Charting success from day one with Kaitlyn Knopp, Founder & CEO of Pequity. 25:45

1+ y ago25:45

25:45

Ever wondered how hiring strategies vary for different stages of a company? Get ready to decode the ins and outs of hiring in startups and scale-ups with host James Mackey and guest Kaitlyn Knopp, Founder & CEO of Pequity. Learn about the importance of hiring slowly, evaluating candidates, minimizing risk in hiring decisions, aligning on compensati…

1
EP 128: Mastering executive hiring and growth strategies in tech with Jimmy Kim, Founder & CEO at Sendlane 33:50

1+ y ago33:50

33:50

Dive into the world of executive hiring and growth strategies within the tech industry with host James Mackey and his guest Jimmy Kim, Founder & CEO at Sendlane. This conversation explores the crucial aspects of attracting, evaluating, and securing top talent. They discuss culture fit, balancing excitement and realism, and the intricate process of …

1
EP 127: Leadership, transparency, and the future of work with Christian Sutherland-Wong, CEO at Glassdoor 38:03

1+ y ago38:03

38:03

Join us for an engaging conversation with host James Mackey and Christian Sutherland-Wong, CEO at Glassdoor, as they explore career growth, workplace transparency, and the evolving world of workplace conversations. Discover Glassdoor's mission to promote transparency in the workplace, leveling the playing field for job seekers and employees. Explor…

1
EP 126: Leading the Charge: Strategies for effective hiring and talent management for startups. 36:16

1+ y ago36:16

36:16

Join host James Mackey as he explores top-notch leadership hiring strategies for startups with guest Steve Coulson, Founder & CEO at Kitt. They discuss the challenges of early-stage hiring and effective team management. Discover insights on CEOs' hiring tactics, promoting internal talent, talent attraction, improving hiring processes, and maintaini…

1
EP 125: Leadership and hiring in times of crisis: Strategies for success with Parker Barrile, Partner at Norwest Venture 43:50

1+ y ago43:50

43:50

Join host James Mackey and his guest, Parker Barrile, Partner at Norwest Venture Partners as they explore career progression, market dynamics, and the trials and triumphs of building thriving tech companies. Learn how market conditions and tech developments impact the HR landscape and gain a deeper understanding of the challenges faced by founders …

1
EP 124: From downturn to rebound: Tech market resilience 32:10

1+ y ago32:10

32:10

Come and join our open discussion with James Mackey, the host, and Tom Gerrity, the VP of People at RECUR. Learn how to effectively handle market downturns, cash burn challenges, and difficult decisions such as layoffs and shutdowns. They will also provide valuable insights on optimizing operations and leading teams through downturns, offering insp…

1
EP 123: The Future of Work: Insights on resource management and talent acquisition. 32:46

1+ y ago32:46

32:46

In this episode, our host James Mackey, and guest Waleed Mahmood, VP, Resource Management and Talent Acquisition at Digitas Health discuss the dynamic world of resource management and talent acquisition with a focus on the ever-evolving workplace landscape. From resource management in the tech industry to internal mobility and career development, t…

1
EP 122: Striking the right chord: Balancing quality and speed in startup hiring. 35:34

1+ y ago35:34

35:34

In this episode, you'll gain invaluable knowledge on startup hiring, retention, and salary strategies. Listen as industry experts, including Doug Camplejohn, CEO and Founder of Airspeed, and host James Mackey, share their expertise on cultivating a successful startup ecosystem. Learn why hiring slowly and firing quickly can be the key to building a…

Podcasts Worth a Listen

James Mackey Recruiting Talent Acquisition Hiring Saas Tech Startups Growth Stage Rpo James Mackey Diversity And Inclusion Hr Human Resources Business Retention Strategies Onboarding Process Recruitment Metrics Job Boards Social Media Re Podcasts

Podcasts Worth a Listen